Storm Amy Causes Major Disruptions Across Western Sweden
Storm Amy brought hurricane-force winds to western Sweden, causing major disruptions. Authorities issued orange warnings and advised residents to stay indoors. The storm has now passed but windy conditions continue.
Storm Amy battered western Sweden with hurricane-force winds on Saturday. The Vinga weather station recorded gusts reaching 35 meters per second. Meteorologists classified these winds as hurricane strength.
Henrik Reimer from the Swedish Meteorological Institute said the worst has now passed. He stated, 'It will remain windy with occasional rain throughout the day.'
The storm first hit Norway with full force on Friday evening. It then moved toward Sweden's west coast. Coastal areas experienced storm gusts up to 20 meters per second.
Authorities issued an orange weather warning from 6 AM to 2 PM. They advised people to avoid unnecessary travel. Mats Gränsmark from Greater Gothenburg Rescue Service urged residents to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary.
Storm Amy followed forecast predictions quite closely. The strongest winds occurred at sea and coastal areas. The storm demonstrates how quickly weather conditions can change in Scandinavia during winter months.
Emergency services responded to multiple incidents across the region. One dramatic photo showed furniture blown off a terrace. Such storms regularly test Sweden's emergency response systems during winter season.