Feb 12 • 22:46 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway VG

Two people in the water near Bryggen in Bergen - one is unconscious

Two individuals were rescued from the water near Bryggen in Bergen, one of whom is unconscious and has been taken to the hospital.

An incident occurred at Bryggen in Bergen, Norway, on Thursday night at approximately 11:36 PM, as reported by the West Police District. Two individuals were found in the water, prompting immediate rescue efforts. One person was recovered but was unconscious, necessitating transport by ambulance for medical attention.

The rescue operation revealed that while one individual was unconscious and needed urgent care, the second person appeared uninjured but was notably cold due to exposure to the water. The situation highlights the potential dangers associated with being near water bodies, particularly during colder weather.

Authorities have not yet released detailed information on how the two individuals ended up in the water, but the police are likely to conduct an investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident. This event raises concerns about safety practices near water and the importance of immediate rescue response in crises of this nature.

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