A serious traffic accident involving a truck transporting dangerous goods and a passenger car occurred Friday morning on Road 55 in Merlänna outside Strängnäs, Sweden. According to the Swedish Transport Administration (Trafikverket), the truck was loaded with hazardous materials at the time of the collision.
The road has been closed in both directions between Bråten and Byringe, and emergency services are on scene. Martin Olovsson, team leader at SOS Alarm, confirmed that rescue personnel are present at the accident site.
The road has been closed in both directions between Bråten and Byringe, and emergency services are on scene.
The incident was first reported at 8:39 AM on Friday, February 27, 2026. Trafikverket estimates that traffic will be affected until approximately 9:15 AM. Both public broadcaster SVT Sörmland and local newspaper Eskilstuna-Kuriren reported the accident, though details about potential injuries or the specific nature of the dangerous goods were not immediately available.
Authorities have not released information about the cause of the collision or the condition of those involved. The accident is under investigation by local authorities and emergency response teams.
rescue personnel are present at the accident site.