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Warning from MET Norway for West Finnmark and eastern parts of Troms

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Possibility of very heavy rain, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 19.06.2024 12:00 to 20.06.2024 12:00

Warning

Rain

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. Road conditions affected with road spray and hydroplaning in some places.

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

From Wednesday evening to late Thursday morning a lot of rain is expected, 40-50 mm/24h, with the possibility of very heavy rain, 70 mm/24h locally. Locally the precipitation can come within 12 hours. There is some uncertainty related to the placement of the heaviest precipitation.

Map over Possibility of very heavy rain, yellow level, West Finnmark and eastern parts of Troms, 2024-06-19T10:00:00+00:00, 2024-06-20T10:00:00+00:00
Map over Possibility of very heavy rain, yellow level, West Finnmark and eastern parts of Troms, 2024-06-19T10:00:00+00:00, 2024-06-20T10:00:00+00:00