Warning from MET Norway for C3, C4, D3, D4, Dype D4, Dype E4, Tromsoeflaket, Banks outside Troms, Hjelmsoey Bank, parts of Troms and West-Finnmark
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Polar low, yellow level (MET)
Published:
Valid:
from 19.01.2024 17:00
to 21.01.2024 00:59
Warning
Polar low
Polar low
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Sender: MET Norway
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Danger ongoing: Friday, January 19, 2024, kl.5:00 PM
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Danger decrease: Sunday, January 21, 2024, kl. 12:59 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. The power supply may be impacted.
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 Friday afternoon develop at C3 and C4 and will move southeast. Late Saturday forenoon the low will make landfall at Troms and West-Finnmark and move eastwards along the coast. Sudden changes in wind intensity and wind direction is expected. In the western parts of the low, west and northwest gale force 9 is expected, The low will weaken late Saturday night. There is some uncertainty related to the positioning of the low, stay tuned for updates.
