Severe Storm Amy Causes Widespread Damage in Norway

A powerful storm named Amy has been making its way across Norway, bringing with it significant rainfall and strong winds that have led to extensive damage in various regions. Reports indicate that areas in Vestfold and Telemark could see as much as 100 millimeters of rain within a 12-hour period. Meteorological authorities in Norway have warned that this storm could turn out to be the most devastating the country has experienced in the last 25 years.

Warnings have been issued nationwide, particularly for heavy rain, strong winds, and the risk of landslides, with alerts varying across different regions south of Narvik. In Hardanger, situated in western Norway, the storm has already caused roofs to be blown off residential properties. In Bergen, about 100 kilometers away, wind speeds reached an alarming 31.7 meters per second, prompting multiple reports of storm-related damage. Among these incidents, the roof of a local store collapsed, and falling debris struck vehicles, leading to downed trees in the area.

Further north in Tingvoll, the storm's ferocity resulted in a garage being lifted into the air, blocking a roadway completely. Local police, represented by Ragnvald Knut Rasmussen, reported that the garage was destroyed, and parts of it were carried away by the wind.

As the storm continues to wreak havoc, tens of thousands of households have been left without electricity overnight, and several roads have been closed due to fallen trees and hazardous conditions. The storm is anticipated to progress eastward throughout the morning hours, intensifying the impact across the affected regions.

Authorities are on high alert as they monitor the situation closely, advising residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve. Emergency services are mobilized to respond to incidents as they arise, working to restore power and clear blocked roads.