A landslide has completely destroyed a barn in Rödbo on Hisingen, Sweden. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. According to the Swedish Geotechnical Institute (SGI), there are indications that quick clay may be present at the site, which could have contributed to the landslide.
However, determining the exact cause will take time. Alexander Karmark, 40, has been performing work on the farm on behalf of Gothenburg City, including drainage work that involved placing excavated materials on the property. He stated that soil tests were conducted in the area before the work began and expressed surprise at the landslide given the amounts of material involved.
He stated that soil tests were conducted in the area before the work began and expressed surprise at the landslide given the amounts of material involved.
An extensive investigation is now underway, involving property owners including Gothenburg City. SGI notes that geological conditions along the west coast are a well-known problem for landslide risk.