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Warning from MET Norway for Øst-Finnmark

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Heavy rain, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 03.08.2021 23:00 to 04.08.2021 14:00

Warning

Rain

Consequence

Risk of flooding of low-lying areas in densely populated areas. Check varsom.no for more information. Locally difficult driving conditions, especially at waterways. Roads may be closed. Some journeys may have longer travel time. Road conditions affected with road spray and hydroplaning in some places.

Advice

Consider the need for preventive measures. The need for emergency preparedness shall be assessed continuously by emergency response actors. Check road reports (175.no). Adjust the speed and use caution while driving.

Description

From early Wednesday morning to Wednesday afternoon heavy rain is expected, locally 30-40mm/12hrs. Mostly intense precipitation is expected on northern areas of the Varanger-peninsula and on the south coast of the Varangerfjord.

Map of heavy rain, yellow level, Øst-Finnmark, 03 August 21:00 UTC to 04 August 12:00 UTC.
Map of heavy rain, yellow level, Øst-Finnmark, 03 August 21:00 UTC to 04 August 12:00 UTC.