Warning from MET Norway for Coast of and banks outside Troms, northern Vesteraalen and Vesteraalsbanks, Tromsoeflaket, deep D4 and deep E4
2
Polar low, yellow level (MET)
Published:
Valid:
from 25.12.2022 01:00
to 25.12.2022 16:00
Warning
Polar low
Polar low
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Sender: MET Norway
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Danger ongoing: Sunday, December 25, 2022, kl.1:00 AM
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Danger decrease: Sunday, December 25, 2022, kl. 4:00 PM
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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 will early Sunday morning probably develop vest of Troms and vil move east, later northeast. At Sunday afternoon the center is expected north of Troms, and weakening. In the southern sector of the low center, westerly severe gale force 9 is expected.
