Warning from MET Norway for Inner and mid parts of Vestland
3
Very heavy rain, orange level (MET)
Published:
Valid:
from 16.12.2023 04:00
to 16.12.2023 17:00
Warning
Rain
Rain
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Sender: MET Norway
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Danger ongoing: Saturday, December 16, 2023, kl.4:00 AM
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Danger decrease: Saturday, December 16, 2023, kl. 5:00 PM
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Certainty: Likely > 50%
Consequence
Risk of flooding of low-lying densely populated areas. Check varsom.no for more information. Locally difficult driving conditions, especially at waterways. Roads may be closed. Many journeys may have longer travel time. Road conditions affected with road spray and hydroplaning in some places. The road surface can locally be covered by wet ice. Some places may temporarily lose the road connection, often several days.
Advice
Consider the need for preventive measures. Follow the advice of emergency authorities, both local and governmental. The need for emergency preparedness shall be assessed continuously by emergency response actors. Consider whether the journey is necessary. Check road reports (175.no). Adjust the speed and use caution while driving.
Description
Heavy rainfall is expected, locally 60-90 mm in 12 hours.
