Einar Ottesen Toverud

Einar Ottesen Toverud is the mayor of Åsnes municipality in Norway and a member of the Progress Party (FrP). He recently made headlines due to a devastating fire that broke out on his farm, which is one of the largest in the region. The blaze, which began in a tractor and spread rapidly due to strong winds and dry conditions, resulted in the evacuation of several animals and the tragic decision to euthanize many of the farm's 250 animals. Toverud expressed his despair over the situation, highlighting the significant damage to his property and the impact on animal welfare.