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Warning from MET Norway for Oestfold, Akershus, Oslo, Buskerud, Vestfold, Telemark, Aust-Agder, Vest-Agder and Rogaland

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Frequent lightning, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 26.07.2021 16:00 to 28.07.2021 07:00

Warning

Lightning

Consequence

Thunderstorms can lead to locally strong wind gusts. Danger of damage to object(s) as a result of lightning strikes. The power supply and TV / internet may be affected. Lightning strikes can cause fires in buildings or forests/vegetation.

Advice

Stay up to date on the development of the weather and the weather forecast. Monitor the weather radar or lyn.met.no. Assess the need for preventive measures. Disconnect electrical appliances. Seek shelter. Avoid open plains and large trees. Do not swim or bathe.

Description

Tuesday and first part of Wednesday expect lightning. There will be large local differences in intensity and some places will not experience thunder.

Map of frequent lightning, yellow level, Oestfold, Akershus, Oslo, Buskerud, Vestfold, Telemark, Aust-Agder, Vest-Agder and Rogaland, 26 July 14:00 UTC to 28 July 05:00 UTC.
Map of frequent lightning, yellow level, Oestfold, Akershus, Oslo, Buskerud, Vestfold, Telemark, Aust-Agder, Vest-Agder and Rogaland, 26 July 14:00 UTC to 28 July 05:00 UTC.