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Warning from MET Norway for Parts of Nordland, Troms and Finnmark

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Blowing snow, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 29.10.2022 12:00 to 30.10.2022 12:00

Warning

Blowing snow

Consequence

Reduced visibility. Local driving conditions may become difficult due to snow accumulating on the road. Expect convoys and/or closed roads on short notice.

Advice

Allow extra time for transportation and driving. Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no). Use tires fit for winter conditions and use caution while driving. Avoid unnecessary journeys to exposed places.

Description

Local blowing snow is expected above 100-200 m due to transition to falling snow and northwest near gale force 7 to gale force 8. Snowfall may also occur at sea level and cause difficult road conditions there, especially in Troms and Finnmark. Decreasing wind and precipitation in Nordland and Troms early Sunday morning, in Finnmark late Sunday morning.

Map over Blowing snow, yellow level, Parts of Nordland, Troms and Finnmark, 2022-10-29T10:00:00+00:00, 2022-10-30T11:00:00+00:00
Map over Blowing snow, yellow level, Parts of Nordland, Troms and Finnmark, 2022-10-29T10:00:00+00:00, 2022-10-30T11:00:00+00:00