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Warning from MET Norway for Saltfjellet, Salten, Lofoten, Ofoten and Vesteraalen

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Strong wind gusts ongoing, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 16.02.2019 15:00 to 16.02.2019 18:00

Warning

Wind

Consequence

It may be dangerous to travel in the mountains. Strong wind gusts and falling trees may cause local power outages and closed roads. Expect minor delays. Loose items may be taken by the wind.

Advice

Secure loose items. Be careful when traveling outdoors.

Description

The Wind has started to decrease, but Saturday afternoon it is still expected northwest severe gale to storm, with locally severe wind gusts above 35 m/s. Saturday evening the wind will decrease further.

Strong wind gusts ongoing, yellow level, Saltfjellet, Salten, Lofoten, Ofoten and Vesteraalen, 16 February 14:00 UTC to 16 February 17:00 UTC.
Strong wind gusts ongoing, yellow level, Saltfjellet, Salten, Lofoten, Ofoten and Vesteraalen, 16 February 14:00 UTC to 16 February 17:00 UTC.