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Warning from MET Norway for Lofoten and Vesteraalen

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Strong wind gusts, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 14.03.2020 18:00 to 15.03.2020 06:00

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. Blowing snow causes reduced visibility and possibly convoys and/or closed roads.

Advice

Secure loose objects. Avoid unnecessary journeys to exposed places. Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no).

Description

Saturday evening is expected south and southwest occasionally storm force 10 and locally strong windgusts 30-35 m/s, early Sunday morning veering west.

Strong wind gusts, yellow level, Lofoten and Vesteraalen, 14 March 17:00 UTC to 15 March 05:00 UTC.
Strong wind gusts, yellow level, Lofoten and Vesteraalen, 14 March 17:00 UTC to 15 March 05:00 UTC.