Police: Large boat crashed into quay in Os

A large cargo ship has collided with a quay in Os center, located in Bjørnefjorden, Norway, according to police reports. The incident, which occurred early Tuesday morning, caused substantial damage to the dock structure but fortunately resulted in no injuries to any individuals.

Police stated that the vessel involved was a freighter, measuring 56 meters in length. The ship was reportedly carrying an excavator on its deck at the time of the collision. Emergency services were alerted to the incident shortly after 7:19 AM local time.

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There are no personal injuries, but significant material damage to the quay.

"There are no personal injuries, but significant material damage to the quay," stated operations leader Tore-Andre Brakstad in the police log. The Norwegian news agency NTB reported the incident, highlighting the lack of casualties despite the severity of the impact.

Further details regarding the cause of the collision or the extent of the damage to the ship itself were not immediately available. Investigations into the incident are expected to follow as authorities assess the situation.

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It is a freight vessel of 56 meters with an excavator on top that has crashed into the quay.