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Warning from MET Norway for Most parts of Northern-Norway

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Strong wind gusts, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 08.02.2023 03:00 to 09.02.2023 01:00

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. High waves may cause damage to infrastructure and buildings in the coastal zone. The strong wind may cause locally high waves in fjords and lakes.

Advice

Secure loose objects. Avoid unnecessary journeys to exposed places. Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no). Be careful in coastal areas. In advance consider measures to limit damage.

Description

Wednesday locally strong wind gusts 27-33 m/s are expected from southwest, and storm 10, risk of violent storm 11, on the coast. The wind will increase first in the Lofoten area.

Map over Strong wind gusts, yellow level, Most parts of Northern-Norway, 2023-02-08T02:00:00+00:00, 2023-02-09T00:00:00+00:00
Map over Strong wind gusts, yellow level, Most parts of Northern-Norway, 2023-02-08T02:00:00+00:00, 2023-02-09T00:00:00+00:00