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The Norwegian State Roads Authority warns of very difficult road conditions and road closures in certain parts of Northern Norway in the next few days.

Harsh weather in Northern Norway lingers in much of the region. NVE and the Norwegian Meteorological Institute warn of strong winds, soaring temperatures and heavy rainfall, especially on Sunday.

Weather conditions increase the risk of all types of landslides, both snow, flood and mud landslides. The warnings extend from Salten in the south to West Finnmark in the north. The biggest road challenges are expected to be in Ofoten, southern Troms and parts of inner Troms.

– Based on danger warnings from NVE and the Norwegian Meteorological Institute, we in Norwegian Road Administration We are prepared for the fact that the road situation will be very difficult, says department director Unni Gifstad at the Norwegian Public Roads Administration.
– In Ofoten, southern Troms and inner Troms there will be very difficult driving conditions and problems with access to roads. We encourage you to leave your car here. Roads may be closed anytime soon and there is a real danger you won't get where you're going or get home, says Gifstad. Due to the weather situation roads may also be closed in the rest of northern Norway.

Very difficult driving conditions

It encourages all road users to stay up to date with the latest weather and road conditions. Information on national and county road traffic in Nordland and Troms and Finnmark can be found here:

  • Vegvesen.no/trafikk. Here, traffic reports are always up-to-date.
  • @vtsnord on Twitter
  • Public telephone 175

Source: Norwegian State Roads Authority

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