Serious explosion in Oslo

Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg said, “Oslo centre was hit by a very serious explosion today. All available emergency personnel are at the scene, and all available resources have been put into the rescue action.”

“This is a very serious situation, and my thoughts at this time go to all who have been affected. I am in constant contact with the affected Ministers and the relevant authorities.

Due the uncertain situation, the authorities have asked people to stay at home and to use their mobile phones as little as possible. All expertise and resources have been brought in to gain control of the situation. The planned response that the police and rescue services have been practising has been put into action.