22 Feb 2022 | 03:59 PM UTC
Norway: Authorities issue warnings for high risk of avalanches across southern regions Feb. 23
Authorities issue severe avalanche warnings across parts of southern Norway Feb. 23. Possible disruptions to overland transport.
Event
The Norwegian avalanche warning service Varsom has issued Red level avalanche warnings (the second-highest level on a five-tier scale) across parts of southwestern Norway Feb. 23. The areas under red warnings are the Indre Fjordane, Hardanger, Sunnmore, and Voss warning regions. Orange warnings are in place across much of the rest of southern Norway through Feb. 24. The heightened avalanche threat is due to strong winds, melting snow, and loose ice pack in these regions.
The avalanches could block roads and railway tracks and cause damage to nearby infrastructure with little warning. Power outages could occur throughout the affected area due to damaged power lines or other electricity supply infrastructure. Due to the heightened avalanche risk, authorities may close some mountain passes and other routes near unstable slopes as a precaution.
Advice
Monitor local media for updated emergency and weather information. Seek updated information on weather and road conditions before driving or routing shipments through areas where severe weather is forecast. Charge battery-powered devices in the case of prolonged electricity outages.
