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Strömsund Bridge structural damage and closure
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The Strömsund Bridge on Sweden’s E45 highway sustained significant remains closed following structural damage after caused by a 100-ton heavy transport vehicle. The incident, which occurred after the vehicle crossed the structure. Although despite the bridge has having a 74-ton load capacity, the vehicle had reportedly received a dispensation from Trafikverket to cross. The incident caused the bridge structure to shift laterally and vertically by as much as 50 centimeters. No injuries were reported during Trafikverket Director General Roberto Maiorana stated that the incident. Following bridge’s fasteners failed under the event, Trafikverket closed weight of the bridge to all traffic. vehicle. To prevent further movement of the structure, the heavy truck has remained on the bridge while authorities plan to relocate it using counterweights. While initial estimates suggested the closure might last one month, the reopening timeline remains uncertain. To mitigate the impact of long detours on local residents, Trafikverket is preparing to deploy has deployed two emergency ferries once ferries, pending the finalization of municipal permits are finalized. Heavy permits. While these ferries aim to support the Strömsund community, heavy transit traffic on the E45 continues to be diverted to alternative routes. The timeline for reopening the bridge remains uncertain.
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- 2026-10-13 17:25 UTC Strömsund Bridge structural damage and closure
- 2026-10-12 13:14 UTC Strömsund Bridge structural damage and closure
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