A man has been charged with violating the flight ban over the Krokstadelva fire zone in Drammen, according to reports from Nettavisen and Dagbladet.

The charges follow the massive blaze that erupted on Friday, destroying more than 100 homes and forcing the evacuation of over 400 people.

Authorities had imposed a strict no-fly zone to ensure the safety of firefighting operations and to prevent interference with aerial rescue efforts.

The incident underscores the ongoing challenges in managing airspace around major disaster sites.

Unauthorized drone flights can hinder emergency response, pose collision risks to helicopters, and compromise the privacy of victims.

Police have confirmed that the individual will face legal proceedings for breaching the aviation restrictions.