Alertes Bodträskfors

Snowmelt combined with rain are leading to high flows in upper parts of River Piteälven. The flows are increasing and are expected to peak at the beginning of next week.; What should I think about?: Fast flowing water in rivers and smaller watercourses can cause danger on and nearby the water. Risk of flooding along lakes and watercourses.; Where?: Upper parts of River Piteälven.

Prolonged and occasionally heavy rain with the risk of local flooding problems as a result.; What happens?: A low pressure with associated rain and showers will stop in the area and bring prolonged and occasionally heavy rain with a risk of locally large total rainfall amounts, 70-100 mm.; 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.; Where?: Parts of eastern Norrbotten County; Comments: Local variations are expected to be large and it is also uncertain how large the total rainfall amounts will be.