Traffic Disrupted on E4 Following Multiple Incidents
Traffic on the E4 highway in southern Sweden has been significantly impacted by a series of incidents over the past two days, including collisions involving cars and trucks. As of , disruptions continue in multiple locations.
Åstorp: Multiple Collisions and Closures
Near Åstorp, the E4 experienced closures due to multiple collisions. On , a collision involving two cars led to the closure of the E4’s on- and off-ramps at the Åstorp traffic interchange. According to a police spokesperson, Evelina Olsson, the ramps were closed during the vehicle recovery process.
Later on , a separate incident involving three cars occurred in the same area. The extent of any injuries sustained in these collisions remains unclear.
A further incident near Åstorp involved a single vehicle. Traffic was disrupted between the Nyvång and Åstorp traffic interchanges. The Swedish Transport Administration has not yet provided an estimated time for when that section of the road will reopen.
a collision involving two trucks occurred on the E4 near Åstorp. According to reports, one of the trucks collided with the central barrier. The road was completely closed in the northbound direction.
Huskvarna: Lorry Accident Causes Significant Delays
North of Huskvarna, a lorry accident on caused significant traffic disruptions. The E4 was closed in both directions. Initially, authorities anticipated the road would reopen at 5:00 AM on , but the Swedish Transport Administration later announced a potential reopening as early as 8:30 PM on . The lorry reportedly drove into the central barrier and became suspended over it.
The lorry driver was not injured in the accident.
Ongoing Traffic Monitoring
Motorists are advised to check current traffic information for Åstorp and surrounding areas. Authorities continue to monitor the situation and work to clear the affected areas. Updates are being provided as the situation evolves.
