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Warning from MET Norway for Troms

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Strong wind gusts, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 15.08.2020 22:00 to 16.08.2020 03:00

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

Description

Saturday evening and early Sunday morning we expect westerly gale force 8 and occasionally strong gale force 9. Locally there will be strong gust, 25-30 m/s. The wind will decreas during early Sunday morning.

Map of strong wind gusts, yellow level, Troms, 15 August 20:00 UTC to 16 August 01:00 UTC.
Map of strong wind gusts, yellow level, Troms, 15 August 20:00 UTC to 16 August 01:00 UTC.