Sweden: Flood warnings in ten counties May 9

Event

The Swedish national weather agency (SMHI) has issued the second highest level flood warnings (on a three-tiered scale) for ten counties, as of Wednesday, May 9. The areas covered by the warnings are Västerbotten county inland, Västerbotten county coastal area, Västernorrland county, Jämtland county (except the mountainous area), Jämtland county - Härjedalen, Gävleborg county inland, Gävleborg county coastal area, Dalarna county (except mountain area), Dalarna county - mountain area, and Värmland county.

Context

The second highest level for flood warnings indicates very severe weather which could be dangerous and lead to significant disruptions of public services and potential physical damage to buildings and infrastructure.

Advice

Individuals present in the affected regions are advised to follow any instructions issued by local authorities and monitor developments to the situation. Remember that driving or walking through running water can be dangerous; 15 cm (6 in) of running water is enough to knock an adult over.