Jump to content

IFMGA guides in the Lyngen area: Join the daily online guide-meetings: guidemeeting.no

We recomend that all skiers download the free Varsom app on App Store or Google Play.

Read more about how to read and share observations on Varsom app and Regobs system | Varsom.no.

Ski touring in Norway - important information | Varsom.no

Slush flows warning orange level for Lofoten, Vesterålen, parts of Ofoten and Sør-Troms

3

Orange level

Published: Valid: from 08.02.2023 07:00 to 10.02.2023 06:59
Next forecast before:
  • Danger ongoing: Wednesday morning 8. Feb. 2023
  • Danger decrease: Thursday evening 9. Feb. 2023
  • Height: 0 - 800 moh

Consequence

Slush flows may be expected. Exposed railways and roads may be closed. Slush and debris flows may reach the valley bottom even if they are triggered high in the terrain. Landslides are expected, some with considerable consequences. Large slides may reach settlements, roads and railways. Debris flows may reach the valley bottom even if they are triggered high in the terrain.

Advice

Keep yourself updated about the development of the weather, the landslide and flood situation, and follow the weather radar. Keep yourself updated about the development of the weather, the landslide and flood situation, and follow the weather radar. Municipalities, Counties and other emergency operators should continuously evaluate the need for preparedness and prevention measures.

Description

Risk of slush flows is especially high in areas with more than 30 cm of snow. The snow may in some places be fully water-saturated. Slush flows are triggered even in relatively gentle slopes, where water accumulates. Slush flows follow terrain depressions and may develop into debris flows. Details are found in the warning message in Norwegian. Heavy rain is expected. Strong winds may enhance snowmelting.