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Warning from MET Norway for Oestfold and Vestfold

3

Very heavy rainshowers ongoing, orange level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 29.07.2021 07:00 to 29.07.2021 12:00

Warning

Rain flood

Consequence

Risk of storm water in urban areas, local flooding, stream bank erosion, changing waterways, shallow landslides at locations impacted by showers. Road conditions affected with road spray and hydroplaning in some places. Heavy rainshowers can cause flooding in cellars.

Advice

Keep yourself informed of the latest weather developments and forecasts. Follow the weather situation on the rain radar. The need for emergency preparedness shall be assessed continuously by emergency response actors. Cleaning of drainage systems and culverts is recommended so that the water can drain away. Adjust the speed and use caution while driving.

Description

Heavy rainfall observed i coastal areas of Outer Oslofjord. These showers will continue north the next hours and gradually decrease in intensity.

Map of very heavy rainshowers ongoing, orange level, Oestfold and Vestfold, 29 July 05:00 UTC to 29 July 10:00 UTC.
Map of very heavy rainshowers ongoing, orange level, Oestfold and Vestfold, 29 July 05:00 UTC to 29 July 10:00 UTC.