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Warning from MET Norway for Parts of East Norway

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Very heavy rain ongoing, orange level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 03.09.2024 18:00 to 04.09.2024 09:00

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. Many journeys may have longer travel time. Road conditions affected with road spray and hydroplaning in some places. 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

Precipitation amounts of 50-70 mm have been observed early Wednesday morning since Tuesday evening. The rainfall will continue in parts of East Norway during the next hours, but will weaken gradually.

Map over Very heavy rain ongoing, orange level, Parts of East Norway, 2024-09-03T16:00:00+00:00, 2024-09-04T07:00:00+00:00
Map over Very heavy rain ongoing, orange level, Parts of East Norway, 2024-09-03T16:00:00+00:00, 2024-09-04T07:00:00+00:00