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Warning from MET Norway for Helgeland and Saltfjellet

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Heavy rainshowers, yellow level (MET)

Published: Valid: from 29.08.2019 18:00 to 30.08.2019 01:00

Warning

Rain flood

Consequence

Risk of storm water in urban areas, local flooding, stream bank erosion, changing waterways, shallow landslides at locations impacted by showers. Locally difficult driving conditions, especially at waterways. Roads may be closed. Some journeys may have longer travel time. Road conditions affected with road spray and hydroplaning in some places.

Advice

Consider the need for preventive measures. The need for emergency preparedness shall be assessed continuously by emergency response actors. Check road reports (175.no). Adjust the speed and use caution while driving.

Description

Thursday evening heavy showers with risk of thunder are expected. The precipitation can reach 25-35mm/3h locally and most of it is expected inland.

Heavy rainshowers, yellow level, Helgeland and Saltfjellet, 29 August 16:00 UTC to 29 August 23:00 UTC.
Heavy rainshowers, yellow level, Helgeland and Saltfjellet, 29 August 16:00 UTC to 29 August 23:00 UTC.