Örnsköldsvik

Forest Industries Criticize Swedish Agency's Clear-Cutting Assumptions

The Forest Agency makes "speculative assumptions" about what caused the damage to roads and railways in connection with the heavy rainfall in Västernorrland. This is the opinion of the industry organization The Forest Industries.

Main Line Reopens October 6 After Västernorrland Train Derailment

It will take almost three weeks before the train traffic can be fully in operation after two freight trains derailed in flood-affected Västernorrland. The Swedish Transport Administration expects that the Main Line through upper Norrland can be reopened for traffic on October 6, and the Ådalsbanan is expected to be able to reopen on September 28.

Man in 30s Dies in Örnsköldsvik Traffic Accident

Clear-Cutting Linked to Increased Flood Risk in Västernorrland

That there were clear-cuts in the vicinity may have contributed to the accidents and derailments that occurred in connection with the heavy rainfall in Västernorrland last week, according to the Swedish Forest Agency's analysis.

Train Traffic Resumes on Botniabanan with Reduced Service

Train traffic on the Botniabanan between Örnsköldsvik and Härnösand is underway again.

Västernorrland Uses Satellite Support to Assess Flood Impact

The massive floods in Västernorrland have prompted the County Administrative Board there to activate a support from the European satellite service Copernicus EMS.

SMHI Issues New Rain Warning for Flood-Hit Västernorrland

Västernorrland has been severely affected by floods. During the night towards Monday, the area can expect more rain, and a new warning has been issued by SMHI.

Heavy Rainfall to Impact All of Sweden This Weekend

The situation is still serious in Västernorrland after the heavy rainfall. During the weekend, new amounts of rain are expected to come in. At the same time, national road 90 is to be opened on Friday.