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Cracks in the tracks delayed trains in January
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Cracks in the tracks delayed trains in January

During the first month of the year, the number of train departures has increased – however, punctuality was affected by, among other things, cracks in the tracks.
Difficult to investigate crimes after the massive crashes
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Difficult to investigate crimes after the massive crashes

The police have initiated a preliminary investigation into reckless driving and bodily harm following the weekend's multiple crashes in Uppsala County. However, it will likely be difficult to determine who or whom caused the accidents, the police conclude
This is why no weather warning was issued before the major crash
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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
The Images Show the Chaos - Now the Mass Crash Will Be Investigated
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The Images Show the Chaos - Now the Mass Crash Will Be Investigated

Almost a hundred vehicles, both cars and trucks, were involved in the pileup on E18. Many injured were taken to hospital
Mass accidents in snowy weather – 120 people to hospital
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Mass accidents in snowy weather – 120 people to hospital

Around 120 people were taken to hospital after two major crashes involving over 100 vehicles in the snowy chaos on E4 and E18. It was like a dystopian film scene, says police spokesperson Stefan Larsson about one of the major crashes
Multiple Collisions in Snow Chaos – 120 People to Hospital
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Multiple Collisions in Snow Chaos – 120 People to Hospital

Around 120 people have been taken to hospital after multiple crashes involving over 100 vehicles in the snow chaos on E4 and E18. It was like a dystopian film scene, says police spokesperson Stefan Larsson about one of the multiple crashes
Delays after train stop in Stockholm
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Delays after train stop in Stockholm

A downed overhead line at Karlberg in Stockholm caused major problems in train traffic on Tuesday.
The Green Light for the Norrbotniabanan
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The Green Light for the Norrbotniabanan

The Government gives the green light for the start of construction of the Norrbotniabanan railway between Dåva and Skellefteå. At the same time, eleven additional infrastructure projects receive the green light
Domestic Flights Decrease – Sweden Stands Out in the EU
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Domestic Flights Decrease – Sweden Stands Out in the EU

The Swedish domestic air travel continues to struggle. The trend is visible in several parts of Europe, but the development in Sweden stands out
Domestic Flights Decrease – Sweden Stands Out in the EU
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Domestic Flights Decrease – Sweden Stands Out in the EU

The Swedish domestic air travel continues to struggle. The trend is visible in several parts of Europe, but the development in Sweden stands out
E4 reopened after accident
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E4 reopened after accident

Rain and Snow on the Way – Warnings Issued
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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
E4 completely closed north of Sundsvall
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E4 completely closed north of Sundsvall

After the Storm – Power Restored for Many
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After the Storm – Power Restored for Many

The windy weather in northern Sweden that has been ongoing during the night and day has subsided.
After the Fiasco Figures – This is How the Trains Will Keep to the Timetable
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After the Fiasco Figures – This is How the Trains Will Keep to the Timetable

The punctuality of train traffic in Sweden is the worst since 2010. To reverse the trend, better railways are required
Unusually many rail cracks behind delays
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Unusually many rail cracks behind delays

In the railway tracks south of Stockholm, an unusually large number of cracks in the tracks must be repaired. The consequence will be extended travel times, primarily in commuter train traffic, for four to six weeks
Worst Punctuality for Trains since 2010
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Worst Punctuality for Trains since 2010

The punctuality of the trains stopped at 87. 2 percent last year
Slower Trains and Delays Ahead
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Slower Trains and Delays Ahead

After Train Chaos - Transport Agency Faces Fines
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After Train Chaos - Transport Agency Faces Fines

When the Swedish Transport Administration introduced a new planning system, major problems arose with rail traffic. If it is not rectified, fines are threatened
Storm over Sweden – Football Hall Collapsed
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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
Stop in train traffic – ice on the lines
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Stop in train traffic – ice on the lines

There is a stop in train traffic on the southern main line. Ice coating on the contact wires south of Nässjö means that trains heading towards Stockholm, Linköping, and Malmö have been stopped
E4 closed for several hours after lorry accident
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E4 closed for several hours after lorry accident

Heavy Snowfall Caused Traffic Problems
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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
Unusually with national emergency mode
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Unusually with national emergency mode

It is not often that the Swedish Transport Administration goes up to national alert level. But ahead of the impending snow chaos against Sweden, it has happened again
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