Östersund, Jämtland, Sweden Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

During Friday and Saturday, there will continue to be occasional heavy snow showers and wind, which may cause traffic problems.; What happens?: Continued snow showers, which may be heavy, on Friday and Saturday. Fresh northeasterly winds will cause drifts. A total of 10-30 cm more may fall during the period.; What should I think about?: Travel times may increase due to drifting snow, slippery roads, poor visibility and blowing snow behind vehicles. 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 canceled 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?: Large parts of Gävleborg County, southernmost Västernorrland County and easternmost Dalarna; Comments: As these are snow showers, large local variations in precipitation are expected. Some places will receive almost nothing while other places could receive several decimeters.