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Warning from MET Norway for Coastal and fjord areas in Finnmark and parts of Northern Troms.

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Blowing snow, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 23.03.2023 13:00 to 24.03.2023 11:00

Warning

Blowing snow

Consequence

Reduced visibility. Local driving conditions may become difficult due to snow accumulating on the road. Expect convoys and/or closed roads on short notice.

Advice

Allow extra time for transportation and driving. Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no). Use tires fit for winter conditions and use caution while driving. Avoid unnecessary journeys to exposed places.

Description

From Thursday afternoon local blowing snow is expected on mountain roads due to strong wind and snow showers, first in the northern part. Open lowland areas are also exposed. The wind decreases from early Friday morning, first in the northern part. The snow showers persist until Friday forenoon.

Map over Blowing snow, yellow level, Coastal and fjord areas in Finnmark and parts of Northern Troms., 2023-03-23T12:00:00+00:00, 2023-03-24T10:00:00+00:00
Map over Blowing snow, yellow level, Coastal and fjord areas in Finnmark and parts of Northern Troms., 2023-03-23T12:00:00+00:00, 2023-03-24T10:00:00+00:00