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Warning from MET Norway for Eastern parts of Finnmark and Finnmarksvidda

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Frequent lightning ongoing, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 18.07.2023 12:30 to 18.07.2023 19:30

Warning

Lightning

Consequence

Locally heavy rain showers. 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

Widespread thunderstorms have been observed with frequent lightning over eastern parts of Finnmark. The thunderstorms are expected to continue until tonight and also affect eastern parts of Finnmarksvidda. There are local differences in intensity. Some places will not experience any thunderstorms.

Map over Frequent lightning ongoing, yellow level, Eastern parts of Finnmark and Finnmarksvidda, 2023-07-18T10:30:00+00:00, 2023-07-18T17:30:00+00:00
Map over Frequent lightning ongoing, yellow level, Eastern parts of Finnmark and Finnmarksvidda, 2023-07-18T10:30:00+00:00, 2023-07-18T17:30:00+00:00