Norway: Emergency response ongoing following tram incident at Storgata Street, Oslo, Oct. 29

Emergency response is ongoing at Storgata Street, central Oslo, as of the morning of Oct. 29, following a tram incident. The vehicle reportedly derailed and crashed into a shop, injuring at least five people including the tram driver. Authorities closed traffic to the area between Hammersborggata Street, Kirkesten Street, and Biskop Gunners Gate. The building affected was evacuated as investigations are ongoing.

Authorities will almost certainly maintain increased security near the affected area until investigations have concluded. Road travel and transport disruptions will likely continue until traffic restrictions are lifted.