Weather Warning: Wind
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Issued by IMO - Meteorologist on duty
⏳ In force until Sat 17 Oct, 23:00 📍 Breidafjordur - Westnorthwest Iceland (approximate) 🕑 3 h ago
Southeast and south 18-28 m/s, strongest wind in Snæfellsnes where windgusts can exceed 40 m/s which is dangerous for vehicles. Loose objects outside are likely to be blown away and chances of localised damage to structures. Considerable rain is expected.
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SeveritySevere
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UrgencyFuture
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CertaintyLikely
EventWeather Warning: Wind
Response typeMonitor
CategoryMet
Affected areaBreidafjordur - Westnorthwest Iceland
Issuing authorityIMO - Meteorologist on duty
Contactforecaster@vedur.is
🕓 Alert timing · EAT
Sent2026-10-16T10:24:42-00:00
EffectiveNot supplied
Onset2026-10-17T16:00:00-00:00
Expires2026-10-17T20:00:00-00:00
📋 Official instructions
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Alert identifieris-IMO-60022671-1eef-4f3f-a271-f40391f11e74
Message typeAlert
SenderIMO-Icelandic_Met_Office
ScopePublic
CAP statusActual
Related messagesNot supplied
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🛡 Safety advice
General guidance for this type of incident - not official instructions.
- Stay aware of your surroundings in this area.
- Follow official updates from the police and local authorities.
- In an emergency call 112 (police) or 112 (ambulance), or request help through Jilinde.
📰 Story summary
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- Southeast and south 18-28 m/s, strongest wind in Snæfellsnes where windgusts can exceed 40 m/s which is dangerous for vehicles.
- Loose objects outside are likely to be blown away and chances of localised damage to structures.
- Considerable rain is expected.
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