31 Jan 2019 | 09:11 PM UTC
Finland: Winter weather warnings issued February 1-4
Meteorological authorities issue warnings for southern Finland February 1-2 due to forecast severe winter weather; weather warnings in effect across country February 3-4
Event
The Finnish Meteorological Institute (FMI) has issued traffic weather warnings for southern regions of the country on Friday, February 1, and Saturday, February 2, due to forecast snowfall. Similar warnings have also been issued nationwide due to forecast snowfall for Sunday, February 3, and Monday, February 4. Consequent transportation disruptions (e.g. road closures and flight delays and cancelations) are possible in Finland over the coming days.
Advice
Individuals in Finland, including those traveling via Helsinki Airport (HEL), are advised to monitor local weather reports, prepare for transportation disruptions (including road closures and flight delays and cancelations), and confirm flight reservations.
