Traffic Incident on Karmøy: Van and Ambulance Involved
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KARMØY, Norway – A traffic incident occurred on Karmøy on January 5, 2026, involving a van and an ambulance. The incident caused traffic delays, but the road has since been reopened.
Details of the Incident
according to a witness, Bjørn Inge Vårvik, traffic was at a standstill near Ådland around 10:00 PM. He reported observing a black van on top of an ambulance, with notable front-end damage to the van [image of the scene]. Another tipster confirmed that traffic was being diverted for approximately an hour and a half while the vehicles were cleared.
![[image of the scene]](https://g.acdn.no/obscura/API/dynamic/r1/ece5/tr_600_1200_s_f/0000/haug/2026/1/5/22/Ulykke%2Bsladdet.jpg?chk=63DB5C){kind=link}
Police Report and Injuries
The Sør-West police district reported the incident in their log at 10:21 PM, stating that a car had driven off the road and overturned. Fortunately, injuries were reported as minor. A tow truck was dispatched to remove the vehicle, and the road was reopened shortly after [Police Log Link – *if available*].
Ongoing Investigation
The cause of the accident is currently under investigation. Further details will be provided as thay become available. Authorities have not released information regarding the identities of those involved.
Published: 2026/01/06 00:05:08
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