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Warning from MET Norway for Troms

3

Very strong wind gusts, orange level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 02.01.2022 09:00 to 03.01.2022 07:00

Warning

Wind gusts

Consequence

Bridges may be closed. Blowing snow at higher altitudes causes reduced visibility and possibly convoys and/or closed roads. Blowing snow causes reduced visibility and possibly convoys and/or closed roads. High waves may cause damage to infrastructure and buildings in the coastal zone. The strong wind may cause locally high waves in fjords and lakes.

Advice

Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no). Be careful in coastal areas. In advance consider measures to limit damage.

Description

Southeast gale or severe gale in exposed places with gust 27-35 m/s. Decreasing wind from Sunday evening, first in south.

Map of very strong wind gusts, orange level, Troms, 02 January 08:00 UTC to 03 January 06:00 UTC.
Map of very strong wind gusts, orange level, Troms, 02 January 08:00 UTC to 03 January 06:00 UTC.