The Governor lifts the evacuation of Gruvelageret

Latest news from The Governor of Svalbard, Sunday 12th, 3.00 pm:

The Governor lifts the evacuation of Gruvelageret and opens the road between Huset and Gruvelageret. Huset and Gruvelageret will at this be open as normal. The road and the ski track between the old museum and Huset are closed until further notice.

- We have had a new meeting with NVE today. The decision of lifting the evacuation has been made on the basis of and expert advice and considerations from NVE, Governor Kjerstin Askholt informs.

The Governor is constantly monitoring the situation, and urges people to take their precautions and be careful when entering the terrain. Follow www.varsom.no regarding the avalanche situation for Nordenskiøld land.