Västernorrland County - Sweden   2025-08-15   Friday   62.50N, 17.35E

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Västernorrland County - Sweden
2025-08-15

Yellow Thunderstorm Southern Norrland and northwestern Svealand

Issue date: 2025-08-14T09:02+00:00

During Friday afternoon, severe thunderstorms and in connection with these brief, very strong gusts of wind, locally up to storm force, which can fall trees and blow away loose objects.; What happens?: On Friday, a cold front will pass southeast across the country and in connection with this, severe thunderstorms are expected with short-term very strong wind gusts of about 20 m/s, locally at a storm force of about 25 m/s.; What should I think about?: Strong wind gusts can cause trees to fall and, for example, scaffolding, trampolines and garden furniture to blow away. Anchor and secure your loose objects and temporary structures. Flooding can occur in, for example, basements and stormwater systems. Check if you can seal your basement, or move items that are at risk of being damaged by water. Clear gutters, storm drains and other waterways so that the water can flow away unimpeded. Roads and underpasses may be flooded, avoid driving through the water. Travel times may increase due to poor visibility and risk of hydroplaning. Allow more time for your journey and adjust the speed according to road conditions. It may be dangerous to be outside in intense lightning. Stay away from tall objects suck as trees, and avoind swimming. Lightning strikes can cause disturbances in electricity and telecommunications networks as well as in train- and air traffic, and there is a risk of fires.; Where?: Southern Jämtland County, southern Västernorrland County, large parts of Gävleborg County, as well as Dalarna and northeastern Värmland County.; Comments: It is difficult to assess where the greatest consequences will be in the warning area. Locally, consequences corresponding to an orange warning level may occur.