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This is why no weather warning was issued before the major crash

This weekend's snowstorm caused two severe multi-vehicle crashes in Uppsala County. In the area of the crash on E18 – where 95 cars were involved – no weather warning had been issued.

Snow Cannon Effect Behind Traffic Chaos

Double pile-ups have occurred in Uppsala County. Inclement weather with a snow cannon effect, which according to the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute is typical for the area, is behind it.

Now comes the light – the days will be so much longer

With the start of the first half of February, the days' length increases the most. In the north, each day is now about seven minutes longer – that means almost 50 minutes in a week.

Dangerous Avalanche Conditions and Stormy Weather in the Mountains

The avalanche risk is significant in the Abisko and Riksgräns mountains, western Vindelfjällen and southern Lapland mountains. Storm winds and weather changes create hazardous conditions.

January - a darkness in Växjö

Växjö's 19.9 hours of sunshine in January was far below normal. And in Kiruna, it was, as usual, almost pitch black. But looking at the entire country, nothing was extreme.

The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute warns of snowfall

Snow shock to bring down the big team: "Not at all used to it"

From sunny Riviera – to a snowy Borås. When Elfsborg takes on Nice, the Borås team hopes for a weather shock. They may not be bursting with energy when they get here, says Niklas Hult ahead of tonight's European Championship league meeting.

Rain and Snow on the Way – Warnings Issued

A rain- and snowstorm has swept in over southern Sweden. The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute warns of hazardous road conditions and traffic problems. We are prepared for it, says Katarina Wolfram at the Swedish Transport Administration.

After the Thaw – Heavy Snowfall on the Way

Winter weather makes a comeback in southern Sweden – at least temporarily. A low-pressure system moving in from the southwest can bring up to 20 centimeters of snow in some areas. It looks like the low-pressure systems are lining up now, says Hilda Westberg at SMHI.

Power outages and fallen trees in the storm

It's storming heavily in large parts of northern Sweden on Friday. Thousands of households are without electricity, trees are falling over roads, and the rescue service is urging people to stay at home.

Strong winds in the mountains – SMHI warns

Ice Slip in Northern Sweden – Buses Stopped

Bus traffic in several places in northern Sweden has been cancelled due to icy roads, local media reports.

Slushy weather ahead – cold gives way to plus degrees

Warnings for snowfall, strong winds, and icy roads have been issued in northern Sweden. In parts of the mountain world, the risk of avalanches is also significant. But during the week, the weather will change across the country as winter weather turns into plus degrees and slush.

The Stream on Gotland Back at Night

Gotland was severely affected by the snowstorm during the night and large parts of the power grid on the southern and western parts of the island were knocked out. Still on Saturday evening, many are without electricity. Also in Östergötland, it has been chaotic with many traffic accidents as a result.

Snowstorm approaching – snowplows on standby on Gotland

A storm with heavy snowfall and strong winds is moving in over Gotland. The region has put snowplows on standby and the public is urged to stay at home.

Heavy snowfall over Gotland – orange warning

A heavy snowfall is expected to arrive over Gotland on Friday evening. It will also blow strongly and SMHI has issued an orange warning.

Twenty years later – this is how Gudrun has affected Sweden

Exactly 20 years have passed since the storm Gudrun swept in and paralyzed southern Sweden. Gusts of wind with hurricane force caused several deaths and enormous material damage. It takes a crisis to wake up, says Jan-Olof Olsson at MSB – who means that we are better equipped today.

Storm over Sweden – Football Hall Collapsed

The storm Floriane has reached Sweden and led to quite windy weather on the west coast. The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute has also warned of snow and wind in central Sweden. In Karlstad, the football hall Airdome has collapsed.

Heavy Snowfall Caused Traffic Problems

Orange and yellow warnings for snow and wind have been issued for large parts of the country. Between 30 and 40 centimeters of snow can fall in some areas. If you don't have to, you shouldn't venture out into traffic, says Peter Jonsson at the Transport Administration.

Transport Administration on High Alert Ahead of Snow Chaos

The Swedish Transport Administration has escalated to national alert level and is preparing extra resources around the country as large snowfalls and harsh cold are moving in over Sweden. We have had coordination with MSB and also at government level, says the Swedish Transport Administration's press chief Bengt Olsson.

Warning before the bad weather: Avoid traffic

Don't venture out into traffic unless you have to. This is the Swedish Transport Administration's appeal ahead of the impending snowstorm.

More snow on the way – orange warning issued

Yellow and orange weather warnings have been issued for snowfall at the beginning of next week when a comprehensive low-pressure system moves in over the country. In some areas, up to three decimeters of snow are expected to fall.

The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute warns of snow and strong winds

Local snow showers in combination with strong winds are moving in over Götaland early on Friday. Where it's worst, up to 15 centimeters of snow can be expected, says Viktor Bergman, meteorologist at SMHI.

New warnings for snow on the first day of the year

The new year begins with several warnings for snowfall. In central Sweden, up to 20 centimeters of snow can fall and in Skåne, some trains are cancelled due to strong winds.