A two-vehicle collision on the E6 highway near Levanger, Norway, on Friday afternoon sent both drivers to the hospital and caused notable traffic disruptions. The incident, which involved one vehicle overturning, prompted a full closure of the roadway for several hours as emergency crews worked the scene. While both occupants were conscious and alert following the head-on crash, the closure led to lengthy delays for travelers and impacted traffic flow in the region.
Emergency services responded to a traffic accident on E6 near Levanger, Norway, on Friday afternoon.
The collision involved two passenger vehicles at Gråmyra, with one car ending up on its roof.
One vehicle was found on its roof following the crash.
Photo: Synne Wekre Kvistad
Two people were transported to a local hospital for evaluation, according to police.
Head-On Collision
Police officials stated the incident was a head-on collision, with one vehicle crossing into the opposing lane.
There was one occupant in each vehicle, and both were taken to the hospital for trauma checks, according to the on-scene incident commander.
“Based on the information we have so far, both individuals were conscious and alert,” the incident commander added.
Traffic was significantly impacted by the road closure.
Photo: Johan Arnt Nesgård
E6 was closed following the accident, resulting in significant traffic delays on alternate routes.
Long delays were reported on detour routes after the highway was closed.
Photo: Anders Vinje
Queues formed on detour routes following the highway closure.
Photo: Sverre Opgård Vinje
The vehicle on the roadway was removed with the assistance of a tractor. E6 reopened at 4:30 p.m., according to the Road Traffic Center.
