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Single-Vehicle Accident Disrupts Traffic on E45 Near Kiruna

Key Points
  • A single-vehicle accident involving a passenger car occurred on E45 between Övre Soppero and Idivuoma near Kiruna.
  • The accident was reported at 14:34 on Sunday, March 8, 2026, according to Trafikverket.
  • Traffic was expected to be affected until approximately 15:45 due to the incident.

A single-vehicle accident involving a passenger car disrupted traffic on the E45 highway near Kiruna on Sunday, March 8, 2026, according to a report from local media. The incident occurred on the E45 between Övre Soppero and Idivuoma, affecting traffic in both directions. According to the Swedish Transport Administration (Trafikverket), the accident was reported at 14:34 on Sunday.

Traffic authorities estimated that the disruption would continue until approximately 15:45. No information was available about potential injuries or the cause of the accident. The report did not specify whether emergency services responded to the scene or if there were any road closures implemented as a result of the incident.

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