Warning from MET Norway for Kyst- and fjordstroekene i Finnmark
2
Polar low, yellow level (MET)
Published:
Valid:
from 25.01.2020 19:00
to 26.01.2020 06:00
Warning
Polar low
Polar low
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Sender: MET Norway
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Danger ongoing: Saturday, January 25, 2020, kl.7:00 PM
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Danger decrease: Sunday, January 26, 2020, kl. 6:00 AM
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Certainty: Likely > 50%
Consequence
Abrupt change in wind speed and wind direction. It can be difficult to navigate due to snow, blowing snow and reduced visibility. Some journeys may have longer travel time. It can be locally difficult driving conditions due to heavy snowfall in combination with wind.
Advice
Be aware of abrupt weather changes. Avoid unnecessary journeys to exposed places. Consider whether the journey is necessary. Check road reports (175.no). Use tires fit for winter conditions and use caution while driving.
Description
A polar low will late Saturday morning develop on the North bank and move southwards to the coast of Finnmark. Landfall is expected Saturday evening in the area of East-Finnmark. North or northeast strong gale force 9 is locally expected west of the low centre. The polar low is expected to weaken early Sunday morning.
