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Warning from MET Norway for Southern part of Finnmarksvidda

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Frequent lightning ongoing, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 15.07.2023 18:02 to 15.07.2023 21:15

Warning

Lightning

Consequence

Danger of damage to object(s) as a result of lightning strikes. The power supply and TV / internet may be affected. Lightning strikes can cause fires in buildings or forests/vegetation.

Advice

Stay up to date on the development of the weather and the weather forecast. Monitor the weather radar or lyn.met.no. Assess the need for preventive measures. Disconnect electrical appliances. Adjust driving speed according to the road/weather conditions. Seek shelter. Avoid open plains and large trees. Do not swim or bathe.

Description

Saturday afternoon much lightening is observed at southern parts of Finnmarksvidda. The lightening activity is expected to decrease during the evening.

Map over Frequent lightning ongoing, yellow level, Southern part of Finnmarksvidda, 2023-07-15T16:02:00+00:00, 2023-07-15T19:15:00+00:00
Map over Frequent lightning ongoing, yellow level, Southern part of Finnmarksvidda, 2023-07-15T16:02:00+00:00, 2023-07-15T19:15:00+00:00