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Warning from MET Norway for Troms and Kyst- and Fjordstroekene i Vest-Finnmark

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Polar low, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 01.03.2021 01:00 to 01.03.2021 16:00

Warning

Polar low

Consequence

Abrupt change in wind speed and wind direction. It can be difficult to navigate due to snow, blowing snow and reduced visibility. Some journeys may have longer travel time.

Advice

Be aware of abrupt weather changes. Check road reports (175.no).

Description

A polar low is expected to form early Monday morning at 74 north and 12 east, and will reach West-Finnmark late Monday morning. The low will give west gale force 8 and occasionally severe gale force 9 south of the center. The wind is expected to decrease Monday afternoon.

Map of polar low, yellow level, Troms and Kyst- and Fjordstroekene i Vest-Finnmark, 01 March 00:00 UTC to 01 March 15:00 UTC.
Map of polar low, yellow level, Troms and Kyst- and Fjordstroekene i Vest-Finnmark, 01 March 00:00 UTC to 01 March 15:00 UTC.