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Dry Weather Raises Grass and Forest Fire Risks in Sweden

Dry Weather Raises Grass and Forest Fire Risks in Sweden

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There is a risk of forest fires in southern Sweden and grass fires in northern Sweden and Dalarna. It is particularly in connection with dry and warm weather, and we have had it in several places over the past few weeks, says Erik Höjgård-Olsen, duty meteorologist at SMHI

Spring warmth for the weekend – is it here to stay?

Spring warmth for the weekend – is it here to stay?

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By the weekend, sunny weather and warming plus degrees are promised. Is it now that spring is coming to stay?

Snow Cannon Effect Behind Traffic Chaos

Snow Cannon Effect Behind Traffic Chaos

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Double pile-ups have occurred in Uppsala County. Inclement weather with a snow cannon effect, which according to the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute is typical for the area, is behind it

The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute warns of icy roads and snowfall

The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute warns of icy roads and snowfall

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The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute warns of icy roads and heavy snowfall in central Sweden starting on Tuesday night. For the Lapland Mountains, an orange warning is issued for wind in combination with snowfall

SMHI expands warning – powerful snowstorms expected

SMHI expands warning – powerful snowstorms expected

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A severe snowstorm has struck in Western Sweden. It may be a taste of even more troublesome winter weather on Wednesday, according to the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI), which is now expanding its warnings

Not So Hot to Be a Meteorologist – Despite the Need

Not So Hot to Be a Meteorologist – Despite the Need

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Now comes rain and snow: "A classic low-pressure system"

Now comes rain and snow: "A classic low-pressure system"

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Large parts of Sweden have basked in late summer warmth, but over the weekend the temperature will drop in many areas. Next week, rain is expected – and snow in Norrland

The record strike – the warmest September day measured

The record strike – the warmest September day measured

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September is warmer than ever in Sweden. On Wednesday, the 49-year-old record was broken when the temperature soared above 30 degrees