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Debris avalanches and debris flows warning orange level for Helgeland og deler av Salten

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Orange level

Published: Valid: from 10.08.2022 07:00 to 11.08.2022 06:59
Next forecast before:
  • Danger ongoing: Wednesday morning 10. Aug. 2022
  • Danger decrease: Thursday afternoon 11. Aug. 2022
  • Height: 0 - 1600 moh

Consequence

Landslides may be expected. Exposed railways and roads may be closed. Landslides are expected, some with considerable consequences. Large slides may reach settlements, roads and railways.

Advice

Keep away from steep slopes, as well as streams and rivers with high discharge. Keep water paths and culverts free of snow, ice, gravel, waste, twigs and leaves. Clogged waterways with dammed water may cause landslides. Municipalities, Counties and other emergency operators should continuously evaluate the need for preparedness and prevention measures.

Description

Steep slopes, as well as streams and rivers with high discharge, are particularly exposed. Rain is expected, followed by heavy showers in some places. Groundwater and soil moisture are high. The expected rain will increase the danger of landslides.