Olycka Örebro

What happened in the Olycka Orebro accident?

Details of the crash

On Thursday, January 12, 2023, a tragic accident occurred in Orebro, Sweden, involving a passenger train and a truck. The train was traveling from Stockholm to Gothenburg when it collided with the truck at a level crossing.

The impact of the collision was severe, causing the train to derail. Several carriages overturned, and the truck was completely destroyed.

Emergency services, including firefighters, police, and paramedics, were quickly on the scene. A temporary morgue was set up to accommodate the high number of casualties.

Casualties and impact

The accident has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. According to a representative from the Swedish Transport Administration, there have been 34 confirmed fatalities and 61 individuals have been hospitalized for injuries varying in severity. The majority of the injured are passengers who were on the train.

The collision has caused extensive damage to the train and the tracks. The railway line remains closed, and train services in the area have been suspended. The Swedish Transport Administration is working to repair the damage and resume train services as soon as possible.

Cause of accident

The cause of the accident is still under investigation. Initial reports suggest that the truck driver may have failed to yield to the train at the level crossing. However, the Swedish Transport Administration is conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident.

Actions taken

The Swedish government has expressed its condolences to the victims and their families. The Prime Minister has ordered a full investigation into the accident and has promised to take all necessary measures to prevent similar accidents from happening in the future.

The Swedish Transport Administration has announced that it will be implementing new safety measures at level crossings throughout the country. These measures include installing additional warning signs and lights, as well as improving the visibility of trains at level crossings.