Warning from MET Norway for Ofoten and Lofoten
3
Very strong wind gusts, orange level (MET)
Published:
Valid:
from 24.03.2021 12:00
to 24.03.2021 19:00
Warning
Wind gusts
Wind gusts
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Sender: MET Norway
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Danger ongoing: Wednesday, March 24, 2021, kl.12:00 PM
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Danger decrease: Wednesday, March 24, 2021, kl. 7:00 PM
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Certainty: Likely > 50%
Consequence
Larger loose items may be taken by the wind. Risk of damage to buildings and infrastructure. Cancelled departures for ferry, plane, or other transport expected. Bridges may be closed. Many journeys may have longer travel times. Blowing snow at higher altitudes causes reduced visibility and possibly convoys and/or closed roads. High waves may cause damage to infrastructure and buildings in the coastal zone.
Advice
Secure all loose objects. Avoid exposed places. Allow a lot of extra time for transportation and driving. Consider whether the journey is necessary. Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no). The need for emergency preparedness shall be assessed continuously by emergency response actors. Be careful in coastal areas. In advance consider measures to limit damage.
Description
Wednesday afternoon southwest violent storm force 11 on the coast, and locally very strong wind gusts around 40 m/s. Wednesday evening veering west and decreasing.
