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There is a risk of frequent lightning Saturday. There will be local differences in intensity. Some places will not experience any lightning. Thunderstorms can lead to locally strong wind gusts around 15-25 m/s. Danger of damage to object(s) as a result of lightning strikes. The power supply and TV / internet may be affected. Hail can occur and can e.g. provide transient slippery roads. Bigger hail can cause damage, e.g. to cars and crop. Lightning strikes can cause fires in buildings or forests/vegetation.Assess the need for preventive measures. Disconnect electrical appliances. Adjust driving speed according to the road/weather conditions. Seek shelter. Avoid open plains and large trees. Do not swim or bathe.

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Heavy rain showers are expected in your area Saturday afternoon and evening. There will be local variations in intensity and duration, and the weather conditions can change rapidly. The exact location of the precipitation is uncertain. Locally the precipitation can exceed 20 mm/1h. Risk of storm water in urban areas, local flooding, stream bank erosion, changing waterways, shallow landslides at locations impacted by showers. Locally difficult driving conditions, especially at waterways. Roads may be closed. Road conditions affected with road spray and hydroplaning in some places.Keep yourself informed of the latest weather developments and forecasts. Follow the weather situation on the rain radar. The need for emergency preparedness shall be assessed continuously by emergency response actors. Cleaning of drainage systems and culverts is recommended so that the water can drain away. Check road reports (175.no). Adjust the speed and use caution while driving.

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