Warning from MET Norway for E3, F3, Dype E4, Vesteraalsbankene, Roestbanken, Ytre Vestfjorden, Traenabanken, parts of Lofoten, Salten and Northern Helgeland
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Polar low, yellow level (MET)
Published:
Valid:
from 14.03.2024 22:00
to 16.03.2024 03:00
Warning
Polar low
Polar low
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Sender: MET Norway
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Danger ongoing: Thursday, March 14, 2024, kl.10:00 PM
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Danger decrease: Saturday, March 16, 2024, kl. 3:00 AM
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Certainty: Likely > 50%
Consequence
Abrupt change in wind speed and wind direction. It can be difficult to navigate due to snow, blowing snow and reduced visibility. Some journeys may have longer travel time. It can be locally difficult driving conditions due to heavy snowfall in combination with wind. The power supply may be impacted.
Advice
Be aware of abrupt weather changes. Avoid unnecessary journeys to exposed places. Consider whether the journey is necessary. Check road reports (175.no). Use tires fit for winter conditions and use caution while driving.
Description
A polar low is developing late Friday morning at N6930 E00730, moving southeast. It is expected north up to storm force 10 and heavy showers of snow in the western part of the low. The low is expected to make landfall Friday evening.
