Blast Reported Near U.S. Embassy in Oslo as Emergency Crews Respond

A loud blast near the U.S. Embassy in Oslo triggered a major emergency response after residents reported hearing an explosion and seeing smoke rising in the area.

Norwegian police confirmed they received reports of the blast and dispatched a large EMS and emergency response to the scene.

Authorities said that no injuries have been reported so far as emergency crews continue assessing the situation.

Officials are investigating the cause of the blast near the U.S. Embassy in Oslo, while residents nearby reported hearing a powerful noise shortly before emergency vehicles arrived.

More details are expected as authorities continue their investigation.