On Wednesday morning, the Forest Uprising group began a demonstration against SCA's pulp mill Östrand in Timrå. According to a press release, demonstrators—some dressed as trees—locked themselves to gates and railway tracks to prevent timber from being transported into the factory. The action is part of a campaign to get SCA to stop logging natural forests.
Alva Danielsson, spokesperson for the Forest Uprising, said in a press release that the group is highlighting how urgent the situation is for biodiversity in Sweden, which conflicts with national and international goals. Police were on site at the railway track to check people present. A traffic stop has been requested as people are reportedly on and near the railway track.
the group is highlighting how urgent the situation is for biodiversity in Sweden, which conflicts with national and international goals
SVT Västernorrland is seeking comment from SCA.