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Warning from MET Norway for Around the Oslo fjord

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Strong wind gusts, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 26.08.2024 04:00 to 26.08.2024 13:00

Warning

Wind gusts

Consequence

Loose items may be taken by the wind. Possibly cancelled departures for ferry, plane, or other transport. Bridges may be closed. Some journeys may have longer travel times. The power supply may be impacted, due to tree(s) falling over. Some roads may be closed due to trees or other objects in the road.

Advice

Secure loose objects. Close windows and doors tightly. Make sure that gutters, scaffolding, aerials and tarpaulins are securely attached. Avoid unnecessary journeys to exposed places. Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no). Be careful in coastal areas. In advance consider measures to limit damage.

Description

Locally strong wind gusts around 17-22 m/s are expected from south and southwest, and near gale 7 gale 8 at the coast. The wind will increase first in west.

Map over Strong wind gusts, yellow level, Around the Oslo fjord, 2024-08-26T02:00:00+00:00, 2024-08-26T11:00:00+00:00
Map over Strong wind gusts, yellow level, Around the Oslo fjord, 2024-08-26T02:00:00+00:00, 2024-08-26T11:00:00+00:00