Multiple police districts report dangerous driving conditions and accidents across Norway. Emergency services responded to numerous incidents as vehicles lost control on icy roads.
In Møre og Romsdal, a car veered off the road into shallow water in Romsdalen. The driver escaped alone with help from passersby. Police confirmed the driver appeared unharmed but was wet and cold, requiring hospital transport for further evaluation. Traffic faced additional challenges as stranded vehicles blocked lanes, forcing single-file passage.
Operations leader Leif Arne Mork noted Romsdalen experienced the most reports of slippery conditions. He said driving challenges earlier affected northern areas toward Surnadal but conditions improved throughout the day with milder temperatures.
A head-on collision occurred in Fetsund, Lillestrøm when one vehicle crossed into opposing traffic on a curve. Police patrols confirmed extremely slippery conditions at the scene. No serious injuries were reported, but those involved required medical attention.
Another vehicle left the road in Aurskog-Høland where officials reported particularly slippery conditions. Operations leader Fredrik Solbakken received multiple reports of slippery roads and vehicles leaving highways. He emphasized local variations in conditions and urged caution.
Solbakken advised drivers to remain vigilant even when roads appear clear. He noted dry sections can quickly transition to icy patches, recommending careful driving adapted to conditions.
In Øvre Eiker, police closed E134 highway eastbound from Darbu after a vehicle left the road. Multiple subsequent vehicles also left the roadway. Operations leader Marius Fossvold suggested these additional incidents occurred as drivers swerved to avoid the initial crash.
Police confirmed the first vehicle collided with a tree, carrying three people all receiving medical attention. Authorities seized the driver's license after discovering summer tires were used despite winter conditions.
Fossvold reported police were responding to four separate accidents simultaneously amid numerous slippery condition reports. Another collision between a van and passenger car occurred in Sigdal, with one vehicle blocking the roadway and reducing traffic flow.
In Lyngdal, Agder, a car slid off the road and landed on its roof at low speed. Two occupants received medical evaluation after the incident on icy, extremely slippery pavement.
Norwegian winter driving requires proper preparation and adaptation to rapidly changing conditions. Police emphasize that even experienced drivers can encounter unexpected ice patches, particularly during transitional seasons when temperatures fluctuate around freezing. The concentration of incidents across multiple regions demonstrates how quickly conditions can deteriorate, affecting both main highways and local roads.
International drivers visiting Norway should note that winter tires become mandatory during specific periods, though many locals switch earlier as conditions demand. The high number of incidents occurring despite generally reduced speeds highlights how black ice can surprise even cautious drivers. These conditions particularly challenge those accustomed to more predictable winter weather patterns.