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Friday, September 20, 2024

Severe Flooding Hits Norway's Innlandet

Published: 2024-09-10

Norway's Innlandet region is grappling with severe flooding and landslides following heavy rainfall.

The E6 highway near Ringebu is closed due to a landslide, with the only detour available via Østerdalen.

Residents, including farmer Ola Stenumgård, have been affected, losing access to roads and facing significant cleanup efforts.

Meanwhile, around 40-50 homes in Ringsaker have been evacuated due to flooding, with emergency services responding to submerged basements and power outages.

The Dovrebanen railway is also closed between Fåvang and Hunderfossen.

Meteorologists warn that the risk of further landslides and flooding remains high, with an orange alert in place until the rain subsides.

In stark contrast, Northern Norway is experiencing record-high September temperatures, highlighting the country's extreme weather variations.