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SMHI: Warning class 2 for heavy snow for Västernorrland and Gävleborg county

SMHI has issued a warning class 2 for heavy snow in Västernorrland county (Eastern Medelpad) and in coastal areas of Gävleborg county. From Wednesday morning through night to Thursday 20-30 cm relatively compact snow is expected.

Definition for Warning class 2 heavy snow: Snowfall with more than 20 mm (melted form) up to 35 mm within 12 hours. Significant traffic problems. If temperatures are near zero degrees then electricity and telephone services may be disrupted. If the forecast changes to more heavy snowfall with 35 mm or more within 12 hours the warning is updated to a higher warning cla