Landslide Closes County Road 5418 in Osterøy, Norway

County Road 5418 in Osterøy municipality, Vestland, Norway, is currently closed due to a landslide at Skaftå. The incident occurred just before midnight on Monday, March 16, 2026, and has completely blocked the road.

Details of the Landslide

The landslide is approximately 20 meters wide. Authorities were alerted to the collapse by the West Police District and the Swedish Road Administration. Initial investigations by police and a contractor confirmed no individuals were injured and no buildings were damaged.

Current Status and Next Steps

Barriers have been established at the site. A geologist is scheduled to assess the area on Monday, March 16, 2026, to determine the stability of the slope and advise on when the road can be safely reopened. Traffic conditions and updates can be found on the Swedish Transport Administration’s traffic information page.

Road Safety in Sweden

The Swedish Transport Agency (Transportstyrelsen) is responsible for ensuring the safety and quality of road transport in Sweden, including managing road networks and responding to incidents like landslides. The agency works to maintain accessibility, security, and environmental awareness across all modes of transport.

Historically, road maintenance and construction were managed by the National Road Administration (Vägverket), which was founded in 1841 and later merged with the National Rail Administration in 2010 to form the current Swedish Transport Administration (Swedish Transport Administration).