Norrland
Storm Johannes causes widespread power outages in northern Sweden
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Storm Johannes sweeps through Norrland, causing power outages for tens of thousands of households, especially in Västerbotten and Hälsingland. A man has died in a storm-related accident, and train services are suspended on several routes. Many residents are preparing for a night without electricity.
SMHI has issued a yellow wind warning for large parts of northern Sweden ahead of Saturday, following two days of orange warnings. A deep low-pressure system is expected to bring very windy conditions with gusts up to storm force. In the mountain areas, orange warnings apply in the north and yellow in the south, with risks of snow and icy roads.
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Sweden's Christmas weather is turning unusual, with milder temperatures in the north than in the south. Meteorologist Fredrik Cronvall at SMHI predicts it could be warmer in Jokkmokk than in Skåne on Christmas Day. The holiday brings a mix of sun, rain, and snow, with warnings for mountain weather.
In Njurunda, located in Norrland, Sweden, a local initiative is giving new life to food items past their expiration dates to reduce waste, as highlighted in recent reports. The program aims to repurpose edible goods that would otherwise be discarded. This effort addresses food sustainability in the community.
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A cargo train derailed west of Örnsköldsvik in Norrland, Sweden, on September 8, 2025, following heavy rainfall that caused flooding along the coast. The incident led to disruptions in rail traffic, including suspensions of passenger services north of Sundsvall. No injuries were reported in the derailment.