Three people have died and four others sustained serious injuries after a bus veered off the highway and plunged partially into a lake in northern Norway, local authorities reported on Thursday.
Bent Are Eilertsen, chief of staff at the Nordland Police District, confirmed that \"the bus is partially underwater. So far, three fatalities have been confirmed, and four people are seriously injured.\" Emergency services swiftly evacuated everyone from the bus despite challenging conditions.
The tragic accident occurred near Raftsundet in the Lofoten archipelago, a renowned tourist destination in northern Norway. Emergency responders faced adverse weather that hampered helicopter operations, complicating rescue efforts.
Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the accident. The Lofoten area is known for its stunning natural beauty, attracting tourists from around the world, and this incident has left the community in shock.
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Three dead, four seriously injured in northern Norway bus accident
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