Updated 07.39 | Published 07.06
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The snowy weather continues to make it difficult for traffic in central Sweden.
Along the west coast, strong winds can lead to flooding and downed trees across roads and train tracks.
“By order of the Swedish Transport Administration, there is reduced traffic for all train companies in Central Sweden as a result of the weather,” writes the train company VR.
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Pulled trains – strong winds the cause
Pulled trains – strong winds the cause
Due to strong winds along the west coast on Tuesday, train services have been reduced.
Some railway sections have been closed, according to the Swedish Transport Administration.
“By order of the Swedish Transport Administration, there is reduced traffic for all train companies in central Sweden as a result of the weather on January 6-7,” writes the train company VR, which runs between Stockholm and Gothenburg.
The trains between Borås and Varberg and Strömstad and Uddevalla have also been cancelled, GP reports.
Traffic there will only resume tomorrow at 12 noon.
Approaching 30 second meters at Vinga now.
Dalarövägen closed after accident
Dalarövägen closed after accident
Two cars have collided on Dalarövägen in Haninge during Tuesday morning, the police write on their website. No one is reported to be injured.
However, the accident has meant that the road needs to be temporarily closed completely.
Shoveled my partner’s car this morning so she could get to work, about 3 dm of wet snow, now it’s rubbing my back
A motorist drove into a fallen tree early this morning on a minor road outside Åtvidaberg. No one in the car was injured. According to the rescue service in Östra Götaland, two large trees have fallen and laid across road 765.
Sitting and stewing in the car from the Toyota factory to Motala, walking for 30 km, frost on the road
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During Tuesday morning, SMHI has a total of 30 weather warnings out. A number of yellow warnings remain in place across central Sweden since yesterday. SMHI warns of heavy snowfall in combination with winds in southern Norrland, in southern Gävleborg county and the eastern part of Dalarna county, which can cause major problems in traffic.
There is a risk of slippage and poor visibility, and road users are asked to allow more time for the journey and adjust their speed to the road conditions. There is also a high risk of delays in public transport.
Even on the mountain, there is a yellow warning for difficult weather until 3 p.m. Only those who are used to mountains are encouraged to stay in the environment, as it can be difficult to orientate yourself and anchor a tent.
The Swedish Transport Administration’s traffic camera at Trafikplats Stäket, E18 Enköpingsvägen. On the website trafiken.nu, the cameras show the traffic situation. Photo: TrafikverketRisk of storm surges
In Halland, Bohuslän, western Västergötland and southern Dalsland, the winds can reach gusty winds and cause fallen trees on roads and other infrastructure. There is therefore a risk of canceled public transport and disruptions in electricity and telecommunications networks.
Some railway sections have been closed due to strong winds, according to the Swedish Transport Administration.
“By order of the Swedish Transport Administration, there is reduced traffic for all train companies in central Sweden as a result of the weather on January 6-7,” writes the train company VR, which runs between Stockholm and Gothenburg.
“SMHI warns of severe cold in northern Sweden, which will mainly affect train traffic. At the same time, warnings are issued for snow/slush in combination with strong winds in large parts of Central Sweden. It will affect traffic, both on road and rail during Tuesday,” writes Tåg i Bergslagen.
Those who have a booked trip with TiB today can travel with any departure on the route either today or tomorrow.
In northwestern Götaland, rain and melted snow can cause flooding along the coast as well as at streams and rivers until and including Wednesday evening.
Orange warning
In Dalarna, there is a continued orange warning for heavy snowfall in combination with windy weather. It can be difficult to make your way through traffic due to drifts, slippage and poor visibility. Delays and canceled departures can also occur in public transport.
The storm can also cause power outages and disturbances in the telecommunications network. The warning is valid until 6 p.m.
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