SMHI has issued warnings for severe weather across Sweden, with thunderstorms and heavy rain affecting parts of the country. In northern Sweden, a heat warning predicts 100 hours of high temperatures, posing a significant fire risk. Authorities have dispatched helicopters to Västerbotten to manage potential fires. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and cool as temperatures soar to 30 degrees Celsius.
SMHI Warns: 100 Hours of Heat in Northern Sweden
SMHI Warns: 100 Hours of Heat in Northern Sweden
Thunderstorms and heavy rain are sweeping across parts of the country. Meanwhile, SMHI warns of 100 hours of heat in parts of Norrland. In some areas, there is a significant fire risk, prompting MSB to send two helicopters to Västerbotten.
On the night leading to yesterday, Sunday, around 500 lightning strikes hit Gävleborg County, resulting in fires. A long stretch of thunderstorms and rain is now moving westward with full force.
"It's in full swing. From Siljan in Dalarna, where it's happening right now, and then moving to Värmland, which will be affected next," says Henrik Reimers, a meteorologist at SMHI.
The yellow warning for torrential rain remains in effect on Monday.
Meanwhile, a yellow warning for high temperatures has been issued a bit further north. The warning is in effect from 10 AM tomorrow until 6 PM on Friday, covering the inner parts of central Norrland. However, SMHI has already issued a notice for high temperatures today, flagging a total of 100 hours of heat.
"Take It Easy"
"The maximum daytime temperature is expected to be at least 30 degrees or slightly above. Drink water and take it easy. Keep an eye on indoor temperatures and find ways to cool down," writes SMHI.
The storm will subside by the afternoon and evening, even in the western parts. However, it is an unstable period where we can still expect showers in some areas.
"Tomorrow, Tuesday, it looks like it will be most unstable along the West Coast. But in northern Sweden, it remains stable and warm with up to 30 degrees in northern Norrland."