Tag: Weather
The high level of street dust affects the air quality in the capital region
Breathing in street dust is harmful to everyone, and it affects the general comfort of the population. Street dust consists mostly of fine asphalt and sand particles, which are used for road treatment. Studded tires are a significant source of dust particles because they are ground off on asphalt. Traffic and wind raise dust and […]
Right now: The snowy weather is heading north – major problems in traffic
The snowy weather in southern Sweden continues to cause problems in traffic. In addition to canceled trains and buses, there have also been reports of several accidents involving cars and trucks that have run off the road during the day. An orange warning for heavy snowfall in combination with windy weather applies in several places […]
Right now: Hear SMHI and the Swedish Transport Administration about the expected snow storm
A heavy snowstorm is expected to move in over the southern parts of Sweden during the night towards Tuesday. Weather warnings are issued and there may be major traffic disruptions. Hear from the Swedish Transport Agency’s press manager Bengt Olsson and meteorologist Sofia Söderberg at SMHI about how to prepare and where in Sweden it […]
It’s a snowstorm, Hjørring!
Tomorrow may be a good day to work at home – especially if you live in northern Jutland, as high winds and heavy snowfall will most likely cause a blizzard in the region. In Aalborg, the snowfall is expected e.g. to start around 17.00 on Monday evening, but the wind strength will be modest until […]
Danielle Kang’s 63 good for HSBC World Championship lead
Danielle Kang led the pack at the HSBC World Championship with a second-round 63 on Friday at Sentosa Golf Club’s Tanjong Course in Singapore. Snow slowed play in the second round before it ended in a three-way tie at 9-under, one back of Kang. First-round leader Elizabeth Szokol shot 71 on Friday and is part […]
The brightest planets in close conjunction
The two brightest planets, Venus and Jupiter, will be visible in the sky tonight. The planets will be very close to each other and as soon as the weather conditions allow it, you will be able to observe them even at low magnification, using a telescope or telescope. According to an article on the astronomy […]
The first stork of the year settles in Denmark
Impact of climate changePreviously, it was common for the first stork of the year to return to Denmark in mid-March, but climate change has led to the large birds returning earlier these days. “The storks we see now are individuals from south-west Europe that migrate north as soon as the weather permits and the wind […]
This is where you will be able to see the northern lights tonight!
Already several were lucky last night, but it could be your turn tonight. The northern lights, which are also known as northern lights, are quite rare in Denmark. But tonight, between 9pm and 2am, you might be able to see them if you’re in the right place at the right time. Midnight has been singled […]
There are fewer electricity bill requirements and tax deductions in Finland than expected
The mild weather resulted in the price of electricity stopping in its almost vertical trajectory after the compensation plans were completed.
Storm Otto the strongest since the beginning of last year, but Copenhagen apartment building more resilient than suggested by BBC
Unfulfilled forecastsThe water level did not rise enough to threaten the Danish coasts, as was feared. “Along the north coast of Zealand there is a risk that the water level could rise by one metre,” warns Anders Brandt. DR‘s weatherman before the storm came. Fortunately, as TV2 reportedthe storm did not pose any major threat […]
Storm Otto the strongest since the beginning of last year, but Copenhagen apartment building more resilient than suggested by BBC
Unfulfilled forecastsThe water level did not rise enough to threaten the Danish coasts, as was feared. “Along the north coast of Zealand there is a risk that the water level could rise by one metre,” warns Anders Brandt. DR‘s weatherman before the storm came. Fortunately, as TV2 reportedthe storm did not pose any major threat […]
Storm Otto will affect traffic in Copenhagen today
Line E and H axisFor example, Lines E and H will not be in operation after 18.00, while Line A between Hillerød and Køge and Line C between Frederikssund and Klampenborg will run every 20 minutes when possible. Line B will run every 10 minutes and Line F will operate as normal. Jens Lindskjold, who […]
Public artworks exploring humanity and technology are spreading across Helsinki’s Kalasatama area
The four artists involved in the project are Laura Beloff, Flis Holland, Josefina Nelimarkkaand Jenna Sutela. Everyone approaches the curatorial concept within the framework of their own artistic activity. The curatorial project is implemented Aleksandra Kiskonen and Kristiina LjokkoiPublic Art Curators at HAM Helsinki Art Museum. The project is connected to the Smart Kalasatama Urban […]
A mild and windy start to the week
According to meteorologists, Finland will have exceptionally mild weather in the next few days.
Lots of damage due to strong winds
Multiple emergency teams in the capital area have been called to assist with the current weather situation in the country. Most quests focus on removing damage. Rescue team tasks include: removal of the broken façade of the Urriðaholtsskóli school, removal of broken road signs and many others. In the district of Breiðholt some roofs have […]
Almost all flights from Keflavik have been cancelled
According to the Isavia website, almost all flights from Keflavik Airport have been canceled due to the weather. The only scheduled flight is Wizz Air’s flight to Budapest at 5pm, though you can expect that to be canceled as well if the winds don’t stabilize. Guðjón Helgason, Isavia’s information representative, said it was up to […]
Iceland is under yellow and orange weather alerts
The Icelandic Meteorological Office has updated tomorrow’s weather warning for North Iceland and the Westfjords from yellow to orange. Yellow weather warnings have also been issued for the rest of the country. A southwesterly storm will begin tomorrow morning and will hit hardest in the afternoon. The warnings are in place in areas of northern […]
Allergy alert! Pollen season is underway
It gets worseHow bad the pollen season will be this year depends on wind and weather conditions. Mild weather and sunshine usually means more pollen. Asthma-Allergi Denmark has measured pollen levels in the air for over 40 years and figures show that the amount of pollen in Denmark has increased considerably in recent years. This […]
Windy weather causes record high electricity production
Hourly electricity production levels were breached several times on Wednesday evening.
Windy weather blows over Finland
At the same time, in the northern regions, snow will mix with windy weather, which can make road conditions difficult.
Icelandair canceled flights
All Icelandair flights from North America to Keflavík have been canceled due to the weather forecast. All morning flights to Europe were also cancelled, as well as arrivals from Europe in the afternoon. Icelandair’s announcement also states that flights to Tenerife and Las Palmas will be delayed but not cancelled. There will also be no […]
Another storm warning across the country
Heavy rains, warmth and strong to very strong southerly winds are blowing in the south and west of the country today. According to meteorologists, warm weather and sleet can cause rapid thaws, which increases the likelihood of avalanches, slush avalanches and landslides. Bad forecast for Tuesday When weather conditions can have a big impact on […]
The wanted Modestas Antanavicius has still not been found
The search for Modestas Antanavicius, 46, who went missing on January 7, is still ongoing. Search and rescue teams continue operations as soon as weather conditions allow. Modestas was last seen on Saturday, January 7, and since then no trace has been found, and many policemen and rescuers have participated in the search. On January […]
Record of issued weather alerts in 2022
The Icelandic Meteorological Office issued a total of 456 weather warnings in 2022: 372 yellow, 74 orange and 10 red. Since the new alert system was introduced in 2017, there have never been so many red alerts. The warnings were spread unevenly across the country. Most warnings were issued in the south and southeast, and […]
Another bad weather, canceled flights and closed roads
Due to the further breakdown of the weather, a state of uncertainty was announced today, which applies in many places in the country. The coordination center of the civil defense agency was also activated and all domestic flights were cancelled. The yellow and orange weather alerts that have been posted will remain in effect until […]
Roads closed near Eyjafjöll, near Reynisfjall and Lyngdalsheiði
Due to very bad weather conditions, the road under the Eyjafjöll mountain range from Markarfljót to Vík in Mýrdal was closed. The Reynisfjall road was also closed, as was Lyngdalsheiði. Almost all of the country has yellow or orange warnings today, which will remain in place until tomorrow. All domestic flights have been canceled today […]
Classic winter than in Iceland
Travel in South East Iceland, South Iceland, Faxaflói and the Westfjords is not recommended until Tuesday morning. Orange weather alerts will go into effect tomorrow. “South of Greenland, a strong low has formed in the cold air from Newfoundland and is deepening rapidly,” said Elín Björk Jónasdóttir, a meteorologist at the Icelandic Meteorological Institute. “It’s […]
Yellow weather alerts are in effect across the country
Yellow weather alerts are currently in effect for almost the entire country, which the Icelandic Meteorological Office forecasts do not herald good weather. Alerts will be in effect today and tomorrow. A weather warning is in effect for Strandir and the north-west and north-east until tonight. South to southwest winds of 15 to 25 are […]
Again a little armageddon at the airport in Keflavik
As reported by mbl.is, strong winds and heavy snowfall caused significant difficulties for travelers. While most international flights were canceled or delayed, eight flights from North America were on their way to Keflavík when the weather took a turn for the worse. Passengers from seven flights spent six hours or more in their planes because […]
Flooding in many parts of the capital area
There is currently heavy flooding in the area of the capital. The torrential weather has not yet reached its peak and is expected to worsen further as the day progresses. Police say visibility is poor, there is a lot of ice in many places, and pedestrians are urged to exercise caution. The conditions on the […]
Helsinki’s Chinese New Year celebration is crowned by a dance procession on Keskuskatu
Helsinki’s Chinese New Year brings a little joy to the dark time of the year and invites citizens to enjoy the day’s traditional program. The festival event will take place on Saturday, January 21, on Keskuskatu, between Kaivokatu and Aleksanterinkatu, ice sculpture performances from 10 am to 3 pm and dragon and lion dance from […]
Weather forecast for the whole country for the coming day
The weather will change overnight. A yellow weather alert will be in effect across the country. Wind direction north-east 5-13 m/s and partly cloudy. In the north and north-east snowfall in the first part of the day. Negative temperatures from -3 to -15 degrees. In the evening there will be stronger south and south-east winds, […]
The Tidö agreement, SD’s recruitment plan, party congress in China
This is how the Sweden Democrats recruit their top forces After the election, a series of new political posts will be appointed – political officials, press secretaries, state secretaries and not least all posts in regions and municipalities. And there it can often be difficult to find people with political experience. How much does a […]
The storm will worsen
The national police commissioner, in liaison with police chiefs across the country, announced the level of threat to public safety in North East and East Iceland and the level of uncertainty in the Westfjords, Northwest and South Iceland regions. This is due to the weather forecast for tomorrow, where there are weather warnings across the […]
Wednesday papers: Defense spending, stormy weather, drones spraying pesticides
The defense forces have bought new equipment for at least 260 million euros after Russia attacked Ukraine, Ilta-Sanomat says.
The 28th Sarajevo Film Festival opens in the Bosnian capital
SARAJEVO, Aug. 12 (Xinhua) — The 28th Sarajevo Film Festival (SFF) opened Friday with the film Triangle of Sadness by award-winning Swedish film director Ruben Ostlund. Ahead of the screening of his latest film, which won him the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival three months ago, Ostlund received the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo […]
The eruption site at Meradalur will be closed tomorrow
The eruption site in the Meradalur Valley on the Reykjanes Peninsula will be closed tomorrow due to weather conditions. The closure was announced by the Suðurnes Police Department in a press release. The Icelandic Meteorological Institute has issued a yellow weather alert for the Reykjanes Peninsula, where significant rainfall and violent winds are expected. Wind […]
The warmest July day in Danish history
Yesterday, the temperature on the island of Lolland reached 35.9 degrees – the second highest temperature ever recorded in Denmark and the highest recorded in July. The previous July record goes back to 1941, when the temperature reached 35.3 degrees. The all-time temperature record, 36.4 degrees, was measured in Holstebro in August 1975. Extreme weather […]
The Chechen star threatens UFC legend
Khamzat Chimaev said he will handle MMA icon Nate Diaz’s “funeral” Nate Diaz will say a rough final goodbye to the UFC if Khamzat Chimaev’s cold threat is something to go by. News of a headline match between the pair at UFC 279 was reported on Tuesday, in what will fill the final fight of […]
Last chance to see supermoon in 2022
The supermoon – a moon that looks slightly larger and brighter than usual – was last seen on June 12. After tonight, it will only be back on August 1, 2023 The science of the supermoonThe moon’s elongated orbit around the Earth means that the distance between the two celestial bodies varies during the month. […]
To the rescue of exhausted tourists
Emergency teams across the country had their hands full in the bad weather conditions that hit Iceland in recent days. In total, rescue teams carried out about twenty tasks. Davíð Már Bjarnason, representative of Slysavarnarfélag Landsbjörg, says the calls began at noon. “A group on a mountain patrol in Landmannalaugar was sent to the Laugarvegur […]
300-year-old ship records to help understand climate change
Huge interest alreadyThe journals were written while traveling around the world – with the oldest record dating back to 1675. Organizations will compare past weather events to predict weather events, helping us understand climate change and what we can expect in the future. “They relate, for example, to the weather conditions in the Øresund region […]
Midsummer’s Day marked the hottest temperatures in Finland for the year
The forecasts for the beginning of the week turned out to be correct, as the Midsummer weather is not only hot, but brings with it the highest temperatures of the year. The highest temperature so far in the summer, 29.7 degrees Celsius, was measured in Liperi, North Karelia, on the day after Midsummer at 3 […]
Forecasts promise warm weather for Midsummer
Rainy fronts run through the north of the country between Wednesday and Thursday. Temperatures are then forecast to rise closer to 20 ° C as the high-pressure system in south-eastern Finland strengthens. – Thursday’s rainy front is bigger, but there is no need to be afraid of getting wet in the south, Huutonen said. Night […]
Meteorologists will issue the first UV warning of the summer
The Finnish Meteorological Institute issued six UV index warnings on Sunday, which is being held "high"-The region of southwestern Finland and Uusimaa. International guidelines recommend sun protection when the UV rays reach three or more. As the summer solstice approaches, ultraviolet radiation is at its peak in the south of the country. Dermatologists recommend that […]
Heavy traffic is expected during the Whitsun weekend
Do not forget Monday!The traffic is expected to be particularly heavy from 14.00-19.00 today, while queues may also form tomorrow from 11.00-14.00. Monday is a public holiday in Denmark, and with good weather forecast, many will go to holiday homes all over the country. And when people return home from their long weekend getaways, traffic […]
Growth in demand for solar panels despite long expectations and higher prices
Homeowners and housing associations are buying more solar panels in Finland than ever before. Their popularity has grown steadily for several years, but this spring’s price increases for electricity have pushed demand to a new level. "From the beginning of the year, many customers waited a while longer and followed the development of electricity prices. […]
Finland’s mild weather is getting wetter and cooler
The mild, near-summer weather earlier this week is expected to become colder and wetter. The highest in Finland this week – and correspondingly this year – was measured in Ylivieska, Northern Ostrobothnia, 23.5 degrees on Tuesday. The warm temperatures seen on Monday and Tuesday may even rise on Wednesday, but the low-pressure system is expected […]
Summer weather will continue on Tuesday, with a change expected later this week
On Monday, mercury rose to more than 20 degrees in several locations, including 21.7 degrees in Kouvola and 21.6 degrees in Nurmijärvi. Today, even more summer mercury is expected to rise to 15–20 degrees in much of Finland. The thermometer shows at least 20 degrees in the southern and western parts of the country and […]
Hello summer? In Finland, it shines 20 degrees
The colder-than-usual May in Finland will turn this week, especially in southern Finland, which shines in the sunshine and warm days – at least temporarily. Ylen meteorologist Joonas Koskela said mercury could rise to 20 degrees Celsius on Monday. "By Tuesday, much of the country should be fairly summery, the sun shining from a cloudless […]
A sure sign of summer: Finland is preparing for the forest fire season
Despite the relatively cold temperatures in Finland, the start of reconnaissance flights for forest fires is a sure sign that summer is just around the corner. The first such flights will start departing at any time in the regions of Pirkanmaa, Satakunta and Southwest Finland, says in a press release. Mika Kurvinensenior officer at the […]
The summer could officially start in Denmark this Thursday
In an average year, the summer usually arrives in Denmark on 20 May. By summer, the Danes mean the first day when the temperature reaches 25 degrees. The same rationale is then put on every single day between May and early October, if one is lucky, to assess whether it has been a good summer […]
Putin defends military action in Ukraine in Russia’s Victory Day parade
“This moral decay paved the way for cynical falsifications in World War II history, attempts to incite Russophobia, praise traitors, mock the memory of their victims, and erase the courage of those who fought and suffered for Victory,” he added. . Putin pointed out that the United States, especially after the break-up of the Soviet […]
Sunny start to the week, but a cool May Day ahead
Predictors say the last week of April begins in the sun, but ends in the cold, at the same time as the May Day celebrations. "On Monday and Tuesday, there may still be more than ten degrees Celsius in southern Finland. But overall, the weather is getting cooler early next week," Meteorologist of the Finnish […]
There is an increase in the flu in Finland in the spring
In Finland, there is an unusual increase in influenza cases in the spring, although the flu typically fades as the weather warms up. On Friday, the health authorities had registered 1,119 cases of influenza A in Finland. Raija Uusitalo-SeppäläThe chief doctor of the hospital district of Southwest Finland said that Covid was now spreading at […]
Safety Investigation Board investigates fatal accident at Jyväskylä Airport
On Monday, the Security Investigation Center (Otkes) found out why an experienced former military pilot and air traffic controller died in an accident at Jyväskylä Airport on Easter Sunday. According to the Central Finland Rescue Service, the pilot died on Sunday night after a small plane crashed at Jyväskylä Airport. There was only a pilot […]
Long street dust season in the store this year
The last sign of winter in Helsinki seems to be an exceptionally dusty spring. This year’s snowy winter increased the need for gravel in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area to improve the roadworthiness of pavements and roads, as a third more gravel falls into Helsinki than usual. With the increased gravel, there will be more dust, […]
Easter 2022: A welcome break!
Easter has always been a welcome break, though we never know for sure when it will take place. I have lost count of the number of times I have looked it up beforehand, only to forget and blindly swear that it is early April this year, not later in the month. Really, how many of […]
Denmark wakes up to Triffid’s Day… yes, Easter started early again, but it certainly does not snow
Let’s face it: everyone is up for grabs in Denmark when it comes to holidays. Copenhagen has died like a doorstep this morning, because the vast majority have taken time off since Monday, the start of the Easter school holiday, which ends next Monday. They are running because the three days have mostly not come […]
The Finnish army acquired surveillance drones worth EUR 14 million
The Defense Forces (FDF) announced on Monday that it was looking for suitable suppliers for unmanned aerial systems (UAS), also called drones, for intelligence purposes. FDF announced its intention to acquire 1,000-2,000 UAS in a two-year acquisition for approximately EUR 14 million. "We are looking for a system that works in all weather conditions in […]
Flood warning to southern Finland this weekend
The Finnish Meteorological Institute has issued a flood warning to Southwest Finland, Uusimaa and Kanta-Häme this weekend. By Helena Laaksoan institute meteorologist, rapid humidity rise and heavy snowfall have increased flood risk. "As the snow melts, it rains a lot," The valley explained. The institute had also issued a flood warning to Oulu on Wednesday, […]
March was exceptionally sunny in Finland, the researchers say
In March, with the exception of northern Lapland, the sun shone clearly more than usual, according to the Finnish Meteorological Institute. The last time so much sun was shining in Finland was in March, almost ten years ago, in 2013. High pressure typically brings clear skies, and this was also the case in Finland last […]
PTT: Finnish food prices will rise by 11% in 2022 due to the war in Ukraine
PTT said on Tuesday that the Russian invasion of Ukraine will have a lasting impact on the global food system, limiting access to inputs, agricultural products and food and raising prices. In Finland, therefore, the agricultural cost crisis continues and the availability of inputs may decline. Although PTT stated that its forecast is based on […]
PTT: Finnish food prices to grow by 11% this year
The global food production system is being tested by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and food prices in Finland are expected to continue to rise this year, according to the Pellervo Institute for Economic Research (PTT). The institute estimates that the total price of food will rise 11 percent this year, and cost growth is expected […]
Summer Preparation 101: Spring is the perfect time to start
Since spring has already arrived, we can finally start looking forward to all the sunny days ahead. As we slowly pull back our winter coats and start looking for lighter clothing, the time comes to not only get ready to enjoy spring, but also slowly start to get ready for summer. Since spring is the […]
Finns must start to adapt to summer time in winter weather
Although temperatures in the southern parts of the country are relatively high on Monday, they are forecast to remain largely below zero until early April. As the low-pressure front continues tonight, it will dodge cold airflow from the north in places along with snowfall. “Even though we’ve moved into summer time, the weather is going […]
Poor visibility may have caused a pile of cars on the Kuopio bridge
According to police, poor visibility may have led to a crash of several vehicles in Kuopio on Saturday afternoon. A total of 31 vehicles participated in the piling. Thirty people were injured, but no serious injuries were sustained. The article continues after the picture No serious injuries were reported.Toni Pitkänen / General The chain collision […]
Saimaa canal open on Monday 28.3
Representatives agreed on the length of the protocol’s sailing period and the tentative opening date for the traffic season. A more specific opening date will be determined by ice and weather conditions and will be agreed through correspondence between the channel’s representatives. The representative of the Finnish Saimaa Canal is Minna KivimäkiChief of Staff of […]
March on the way to becoming the sunniest and driest in Danish history
This time last week, the weather forecast was unclear. It certainly did not predict temperatures of 16 degrees – more like 10, if we were lucky. So who knows what the end of March will bring? But one thing is for sure: another 20 hours of sunshine, and this month will be the sunniest March […]
Spring is here … or at least to complete the week
The vernal equinox passed Sunday, but it is never a reliable indicator that winter is over. For Easter Day on April 5 last year, a snowstorm hit parts of Copenhagen. No, a better indicator is us: we can feel it in our bones that the weather is getting warmer and that the country is responding […]
The weather changes when the storm arrives in Finland
A winter explosion is expected in Finland this weekend, with strong winds and heavy rains expected from Friday. Ylen meteorologist Elias Paakanen says a large low-pressure range is approaching from the west, bringing rain all over the country. On Friday, rains will satellite as snow in the north and rain in the south. Night winds […]
Purchase of property in Denmark as Expat
Denmark is among the best countries with the happiest citizens in the world. Denmark has a good economy, remarkable living conditions and state-subsidized services. Therefore, many expats buy into the prospect of moving to Denmark. Many expats are also considering buying or renovating properties in Denmark. To build or renovate their dream house, they need […]
The dry, cold weather of March keeps the floods under control
The dry, cold weather of March keeps the floods under control
A snowy winter is a foretaste of the future, says Yle’s meteorologist
During this snowy and relatively cold winter, many have wondered – with jokes or not – what happened to climate change in Finland, Yle meteorologist Kerttu Kotakorpi writes in his column on Sunday. Of course, the weather in one winter does not tell us about long-term climate trends. In fact, however, this season has been […]
Early signs point to a severe mosquito season
All signs point to a severe mosquito season, summer. According to a biologist from Lappeenranta, the snowy winter months, like right now, usually create ideal conditions for insects Kimmo Saarinen. The thick snow cover currently covers most of Finland. According to the Finnish Meteorological Institute, a record amount of snow fell in Eastern Finland in […]
The downpour that drowned Gävle in one night
Cars got stuck in flooded viaducts and the Gävle residents’ homes and basements were drowned when the rain masses poured in. The schools were closed, traffic was paralyzed and the rescue service could not reach out to everyone who sounded the alarm. But in the midst of all the chaos, something fantastic is happening – […]
Finland is well prepared for possible crises, says the warehouse manager
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in the background The security of supply center Nesa is preparing to store supplies, according to the agency’s director. Jaakko Pekki. He told Yle on Tuesday that Finland was particularly prepared for food production, as the country produces about 80 percent of the food it consumes. "Finns eat an exceptional amount […]
Three died in a traffic accident in central Finland when a snowstorm covered Finland
Three people died and one was injured in an accident south of Jyväskylä on Tuesday when a snowstorm caused disruption in southern and central Finland. The collision between a truck and a car occurred shortly after 8 a.m. and caused extensive disruption to traffic in the area. Dangerous driving conditions were warned in Uusimaa and […]
Snow on southern Finland on Monday, driving conditions dangerous
According to the Finnish Meteorological Institute, the low-pressure front is expected to bring as much as 25 centimeters of snow to southern Finland on Monday and Tuesday. Snowfall is accompanied by strong east winds, which makes driving conditions particularly dangerous on the south coast. On Monday, temperatures will fluctuate between -3 and -7 degrees Celsius […]
Ukraine – how did this happen ?, Corona Commission report and half time for the Olympics
Time 1: Tense atmosphere, but are talks still really going on between Russia and the West? The events that led to the current situation in Ukraine Everything should get its feedback Chronicle by Katarina Barrling The panel with Olov Abrahamsson, Susanna Nyström and Maria Ludvigsson Time 2: Who is responsible? The Corona Commission’s report is […]
The storm whips Europe with record winds, 9 dead
LONDON, England: With winds measured at 122 mph, northern Europe endured another major storm in three days, leaving nine dead. Damage reports include trees torn from the ground, canceled train services and roofs torn from homes and buildings, including London’s O2 Arena. The British weather service measured winds of 122 mph on the Isle of […]
Violence by football fans in Germany costs € 44 million a year
The Ifo Institute estimates that the number of simple football-related assaults in the 4.5 years under review is 38,268. The increase in violence is especially great on “Derby” days – when local rival teams play against each other – and on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. “The victims are mostly young men between the ages of […]
Rising temperatures are flooding, damaging you
Warm temperatures, rain and melting snow together have wreaked havoc on several roads around the country, says Fintraffic’s Traffic Management Center. Antti-Jussi PalmroosOn Wednesday, the executive director of the traffic control center urged motorists to be especially careful to avoid holes in road surfaces now filled with water. "You are being repaired, but more and […]
Thor owns Thursday, but first Wednesday gets wet!
DMI’s national weather forecast has confirmed that two storm surges are on their way to Denmark this week, which brings stormy winds to the country on Thursday and then Saturday. 27 percent chance of a storm The first wave will pass northwest of Scotland on Wednesday night, before hitting Denmark’s east coast on Thursday – […]
Research institutes: stronger climate action is needed in the area of input sharing
At its autumn budget session, the Government decided that the adequacy of the measures included in the climate change policy plan will be assessed in March on the basis of assessments by ministries, relevant research institutes and the Climate Panel. The medium-term climate change plan is one of the Finnish government’s three climate plans. In […]
More than 500 Finnish soldiers went to Norway for NATO-related exercises
More than 500 Finnish soldiers are scheduled to take part in the Cold Response 2022 military exercise in Norway next month. Norway has hosted and conducted exercises every two years since 2006. The purpose of the exercises is to train NATO allies and partner countries "high-intensity operations in cold weather," by To the opinion of […]
8 killed in 2 days after the third fatal avalanche hit Austria
ZURICH – One person was killed and four others were injured in an avalanche in western Austria on Saturday, police say, one day after two other avalanches killed seven skiers when heavy snowfall followed by warmer weather that created unusually dangerous conditions. The Austrian TV broadcaster ORF said that the person who was killed in […]
Eight killed in two days after the third deadly avalanche hit Austria
ZURICH – One person was killed and four others were injured in an avalanche in western Austria on Saturday, police say, one day after two other avalanches killed seven skiers when heavy snowfall followed by warmer weather that created unusually dangerous conditions. The Austrian TV broadcaster ORF said that the person who was killed in […]
Delivery of the 2022 edition of the maternity package has begun – an updated congratulatory letter is included
Clothes are included in the maternity packs. The first maternity packages for the 2022 edition will be delivered to customers this week. The date of transition to the new edition will vary slightly from year to year as it will depend on the number of maternity leave applications received. This year, the edition of the […]
Innovations and deliveries: Our money and our strife!
It’s pissing down outside, and I have to deliver about 700 newspapers to 70 crooked venues in central Copenhagen, Nørrebro and Vesterbro. My cargo bike lost its cover years ago – during the COP15 climate summit in December 2009, to be exact; strange because it snowed a lot – and I ran out of bin-liners. […]
Research shows that extreme heat is the new norm in the oceans
And these extremes, the researchers said, increase the risk of collapse of critical marine ecosystems, including coral reefs, seagrass meadows, and algal forests, changing their structure and functioning and threatening their ability to sustain life. services to human communities. The researchers conducted the study by mapping sea surface temperatures over a 150-year period to determine […]
Thousands pursue insurance claims after hurricane force storm Malik visits Denmark
The country’s two largest insurance companies had a busy day on Sunday when thousands of people in Denmark called them to record injuries sustained during the visit of storm Malik, which raged from Saturday afternoon to Sunday lunchtime. There are no reports of any deaths. The arrival of the storm was not unexpected and it […]
The snowstorm over the weekend will cause little damage
When on Saturday "Valtteri" the blizzard caused less damage than feared, and it will take days to remove the massive snowfall that disrupted public transport on Sunday. Road conditions are poor everywhere except Lapland. Helsinki Region Transport (HSL) said that there were possible disruptions to both tram and bus timetables on Sunday. The City of […]
Windy weekend on the horizon for Copenhagen
Keep your hands on the handlebars! Hold on to your hats! The strong wind that is currently creating chaos in Copenhagen and the surrounding area will continue throughout the weekend and reach something of a crescendo on Sunday. Two lower pressure systems are responsible for the bad weather: one that will surround the country until […]
Iceland weather – you have to hold the car door tightly
The Icelandic Meteorological Institute has issued weather warnings for almost all of Iceland. Numerous international and domestic flights have been canceled, as have some buses. Additionally, the first of today’s two ferry trips to Vestmannaeyjar has been canceled. An Orange Weather Alert has been issued for the capital area, Faxaflói Bay, South Iceland and the […]
Thousands protest against Covid restrictions in Jyväskylä, Helsinki
Helsinki police estimated on Saturday shortly after 2 p.m. that about 3,000 people had gathered at the Senate Square to protest against the Covid-19 restrictions. Police later changed their estimate of the number of participants to 4,000. The procession left Senate Square at 2.30 pm and proceeded along Pohjoisesplanadi, Mannerheimintie and Kaivokatu to Rautatientori, causing […]
Another storm. Better not to go on a trip
Today, from around 21:00, especially in the west and north of Iceland, a strong storm will occur. According to Vegagerðin, it can be expected that most mountain roads will suffer from terrible road conditions. At night and in the morning, heavy snowfall will occur in the west of the country. Orange weather warnings are valid […]
The summer of 2021 is in many places the warmest since the beginning of the measurements
In Reykjavik, there were only 17 white days in 2021, and only once were there fewer of them. In many places, summer was the warmest since the start of the measurements, and several temperature records were set. The monthly average temperature exceeded 14 degrees at several weather stations this summer, and never before has the […]
According to the UN, 2021 was one of the seven warmest years
Global warming and other long-term climate change trends are expected to continue as a result of the record number of greenhouse gases that capture global warming, WMO said in a press release on Wednesday. Although the La Nina events of 2020-2022 temporarily cooled global average temperatures, WMO said. The average global temperature in 2021 was […]
