Tunnel fire
In the event of fire in a tunnel, it is important to act quickly and get out of the tunnel. See tips on what you should know if this happens.
Tunnels are equipped with safety equipment to be used in case of fire or accidents. All equipment is marked with signs and connected to the Norwegian Public Roads Administration’s Traffic Control Centres.
Get out quickly – do not wait for assistance
If possible, drive out of the tunnel, alert oncoming traffic, and call the Traffic Control Centres from an emergency phone when you get out. If it is not possible to drive out, leave the car on the side of the road with the hazard warning lights flashing and evacuate on foot.
Use the emergency phone instead of your mobile
Tunnels are equipped with telephones and fire extinguishers, and there will be signs showing where in the tunnel they are located. Use the emergency phone instead of your mobile, as this will let the Traffic Control Centre know automatically which tunnel you are in and where in the tunnel you are calling from.
The fire extinguisher lets us know
When you use a fire extinguisher that is installed in the tunnel, a fire alarm will automatically go off at the Traffic Control Centre. A procedure will then be initiated in accordance with the emergency plans for the tunnel you are in.
Never drive into a closed tunnel
If the barrier is down or there is a red light flashing outside the tunnel, an incident has occurred that has caused the tunnel to be closed. Never drive into a closed tunnel.
Be alert and listen to the radio
When driving in a tunnel, it is important to pay attention to safety equipment and escape routes, follow traffic rules, and keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
Remember that heavy vehicles may create higher air pressure when they are passing you. Listen to the radio, where you will receive useful information if an incident occurs.