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Warning from MET Norway for Troms and Kyst- and fjordstroekene i Finnmark

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Strong wind gusts, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 14.03.2020 21:00 to 15.03.2020 13:00

Warning

Wind gusts

Consequence

Loose items may be taken by the wind. Possibly cancelled departures for ferry, plane, or other transport. Bridges may be closed. Some journeys may have longer travel times. The power supply may be impacted, due to tree(s) falling over. Some roads may be closed due to trees or other objects in the road. Blowing snow causes reduced visibility and possibly convoys and/or closed roads.

Advice

Secure loose objects. Avoid unnecessary journeys to exposed places. Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no).

Description

From late Saturday evening expected strong wind gusts 30-35 m/s from south and southwest in exposed places, first in Troms. Sunday morning and forenoon veering west or northwest and decreasing, first in Troms.

Strong wind gusts, yellow level, Troms and Kyst- and fjordstroekene i Finnmark, 14 March 20:00 UTC to 15 March 12:00 UTC.
Strong wind gusts, yellow level, Troms and Kyst- and fjordstroekene i Finnmark, 14 March 20:00 UTC to 15 March 12:00 UTC.