Siljansnäs, Dalarna, Sweden Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

On Thursday, a rain area will move in. Large amounts of rain are expected until Friday morning. Locally, there may even be large amounts in a short time.; What happens?: Rain is expected from Thursday morning, which will occasionally become heavy during the day. From Thursday evening, large amounts of rain may also fall locally in a short period of time. The rain will ease off during Friday morning, but by then a total of 60–100 mm may fall. It is also expected to be very windy during the night towards Friday and during Friday morning, with very strong gusts of wind.; What should I think about?: Flooding can occur in, for example, basements and stormwater systems. Check if you can seal your basement, or move items that are at risk of being damaged by water.
Clear gutters, storm drains and other waterways so that the water can flow away unimpeded.
Roads and underpasses may be flooded, avoid driving through the water.
Travel times may increase due to poor visibility and risk of hydroplaning. Allow more time for your journey and adjust the speed according to road conditions.

From Wednesday morning, rain will turn to snow or sleet. At times it can become heavy and cause traffic problems such as reduced visibility.; What happens?: An area of rain, sometimes heavy, is moving in from the southwest overnight into Thursday. On Thursday morning and into the forenoon, the rain will increasingly turn to snow or sleet, which may become heavy. As the ground is still relatively warm, much of the snow is expected to quickly turn to slush rather than accumulating on the roads.; What should I think about?: Travel times may increase due to slippery roads and poor visibility. Allow more time for your journey and adjust your speed to road conditions and visibility.
It can be difficult to travel due to snow on roads, traffic accidents or vehicles that are stuck.
There is a risk of delays or cancelled departures in public transport.
At temperatures close to zero degrees, there is a risk of disturbances in electricity and telecommunications networks in areas with overhead lines.; Where?: Northern Värmland, Dalarna west of Lake Siljan and southern Jämtland County.; Comments: It will also be windy with strong gusts in connection with the snowfall. As the snow can stick to the trees, this may lead to some falling trees.