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Thursday afternoon and evening locally strong wind gusts around 27-36 m/s are expected from northwest, strongest wind near the coast and in mountain areas. At the coast northwest severe gale force 9 or storm force 10. There is still uncertain where and when the strongest wind will be, but it is expected to increase first in south. Loose items may be taken by the wind. Possibly cancelled departures for ferry, plane, or other transport. Bridges may be closed. Some journeys may have longer travel times. The power supply may be impacted, due to tree(s) falling over. Some roads may be closed due to trees or other objects in the road. Blowing snow at higher altitudes causes reduced visibility and possibly convoys and/or closed roads. Blowing snow causes reduced visibility and possibly convoys and/or closed roads. High waves may cause damage to infrastructure and buildings in the coastal zone. The strong wind may cause locally high waves in fjords and lakes. Secure loose objects. Close windows and doors tightly. Make sure that gutters, scaffolding, aerials and tarpaulins are securely attached. Avoid unnecessary journeys to exposed places. Follow advice and check status from transport operators. Check road reports (175.no). Be careful in coastal areas. In advance consider measures to limit damage.

Early Thursday afternoon high water level is expected. More information about timing of high water level and values for positions along the coast at sehavniva.no. The uncertainty of the predicted water level is 5-10 cm. Flooding may cause water damage to infrastructure and buildings a few places in the coastal zone. Wind and waves in combination with high water level may cause minor damage to infrastructure and buildings in the coastal zone. Due to high waves be careful in coastal areas. Due to high waves keep away from the coastal zone. Check the mooring of the boat and secure objects inside boathouses and in the coastal zone.