According to sources, slippery conditions are causing havoc in Stockholm. Statistics from Södersjukhuset show that slippery accidents for pedestrians increase significantly during the winter season. Michael Carlberg Tot, presschef at Södersjukhuset, stated, "During a 'normal week' outside the slippery season, about 10 patients come in.
" The exact number of slippery accidents in Stockholm beyond the hospital statistics is not known. In Gamla stan, Lars Epstein has chosen to combat slippery conditions in his own way, though the specific method he is using has not been disclosed. Whether there are any injuries or fatalities reported from the slippery conditions remains unclear.
During a 'normal week' outside the slippery season, about 10 patients come in. Last week there were just over 40, which follows a normal curve for the season.
In a related incident, SVT's reporter falls in the slope in the video. The duration and severity of the current slippery season compared to previous years is also unknown.