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Warning from MET Norway for Sør-Troms

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Strong wind gusts, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 22.09.2021 07:00 to 22.09.2021 16:00

Warning

Wind gusts

Consequence

Loose items may be taken by the wind. Possibly cancelled departures for ferry, plane, or other transport. Some journeys may have longer travel times. Some roads may be closed due to trees or other objects in the road. The strong wind may cause locally high waves in fjords and lakes.

Advice

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

Description

From early Wednesday morning expected periodically southerly severe gale force 9 with locally strong wind gusts 25-30 m/s. Strongest wind is expected in inner regions. Wind decreases Wednesday afternoon.

Map of strong wind gusts, yellow level, Sør-Troms, 22 September 05:00 UTC to 22 September 14:00 UTC.
Map of strong wind gusts, yellow level, Sør-Troms, 22 September 05:00 UTC to 22 September 14:00 UTC.