As of this afternoon, the KNMI has issued code orange for our province. A warning is issued about damage that can be caused by falling trees and flying objects.
That storm Ciarán was coming, we already knew that. But now the autumn storm appears to be a bit more intense than expected: the KNMI has issued a code orange instead of the expected code yellow for our province and the Wadden Islands, among others. According to the safety region, code orange applies from 2 p.m.
The storm starts this morning and then rages into the IJmond with wind force seven to eight. Wind gusts of up to 110 kilometers per hour were expected on the west coast in the afternoon.
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With code orange, it is recommended to call 112 in the event of acute danger during storm damage. If there is no emergency, the general number of the fire brigade will suffice.
According to Rijkswaterstaat, you can expect ‘an extra blow of wind’ on bridges, viaducts and flyovers. You are warned to be extra alert on the road. Empty trucks, motorcyclists and vehicles with trailers may experience additional inconvenience due to the strong wind, to drive safely, Rijkswaterstaat advises therefore some tips.
NH will keep you informed of developments and warnings around Ciarán all day today.
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