A man in Norway experienced a shocking awakening when he discovered that a large cargo ship had run aground and collided with his front garden.
The 135-meter (443-foot) vessel narrowly missed Johan Helberg’s house by just a few meters around 5:00 AM local time (3:00 AM GMT) on Thursday morning. The incident occurred in Byneset, a locality near Trondheim.
Ship’s unexpected arrival
Mr. Helberg was initially unaware of the chaotic situation unfolding outside his home. It was his startled neighbor who alerted him to the dramatic turn of events, having witnessed the ship approaching the shore at alarming speed.
Community response and safety concerns
This incident raises significant safety concerns regarding maritime navigation in the area. Local authorities are likely to investigate the circumstances surrounding the ship’s grounding to prevent future occurrences.
“I didn’t know anything was happening until my neighbor told me,” Mr. Helberg commented.
The event has certainly left the community in disbelief, as residents process the remarkable sight of such a massive vessel encroaching upon their tranquil neighborhood.