A serious boating accident occurred off the coast of Tvedestrand, Norway, leading to a major rescue operation.

The Hovedredningssentralen (HRS) reported that a boat was found at a depth of 10 meters, and wreckage has been discovered in the water.

One person has been confirmed dead, while two others have been accounted for; one sustained minor injuries and the other is unharmed.

The incident was first reported around 3:30 AM, when a person who had been in the water managed to reach land and alert authorities about a missing individual.

Rescue teams, including divers and helicopters, are actively searching the area.

The situation remains serious as officials work to understand the circumstances surrounding the accident.