Friday, Jan. 22
closeFrom early Thursday morning expected east severe gale force 9, with strong gust 27-35 m/s, in Nordland. From Thursday afternoon the wind increases also in Troms. Late Thursday, there is a risk of even stronger gusts.
Area
Applies to Helgeland, Saltfjellet, Salten, Ofoten og Troms.
Instructions
Secure loose objects. Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no).
Consequences
Loose items may be taken by the wind. Some journeys may have longer travel times. Blowing snow causes reduced visibility and possibly convoys and/or closed roads.
Timeline
- Thursday, 21 January 01:00 - wind increases
Locally moderate vessel icing is expected in coast- and fjordareas from Thursday forenoon.
Area
Applies to Helgeland, Salten, Ofoten, Lofoten og Vesterålen.
Instructions
Remove ice from the boat.
Consequences
Rapid ice accumulation on a small boat may cause it to lose its stability, tip over and sink. For ships the issue is more directed towards slippery decks, handrailing, ladders, iced down safety boats and safety equipment. Ice accumulation may also damage radio communication if the antennas are freezing. Moderate ice accumulation on the bow/bridge of the ship.
Timeline
- Thursday, 21 January 10:00 - increasing danger
| Time | Weather | Temperature | Precipitation mm | Wind speed | Wind description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
cloudy | Temperature-7° | 0 | 15 m/s from south east with gusts at 19 m/s | Moderate gale from south east with gusts at 19 m/s | |
| - | cloudy | Temperature-7° | 0 to 1.1 | 16 m/s from south east with gusts at 21 m/s | Moderate gale from south east with gusts at 21 m/s |
| - | cloudy | Temperature-6° | 0 | 8 m/s from east | Fresh breeze from east |
| - | cloudy | Temperature-6° | 0 | 9 m/s from east | Fresh breeze from east |
| - | cloudy | Temperature-5° | 0 | 9 m/s from east | Fresh breeze from east |