The weather station Hafnarfjall reported an incredible wind gusts of 255.6 km/h (= 71 m/s = 159 mph) this morning, 11 GMT. Hafnarfjall is located around 40 km north of the capital Reykjavik
Warnings for possible interruptions to ferry lines and power outages have been issued in the UK
There is also a chance for flooding due to the heavy rains.
Powerful winds and high waves in Reykjavik, Iceland on Friday morning, Feb 14th. Thanks to Andreas Püschel for the report - posted with permission. pic.twitter.com/Q8rCeuH2ca
— severe-weather.EU (@severeweatherEU) February 16, 2020
Blowing snow along the road between Isafjörður and Reykjavik, Iceland on Feb 13th. Thanks to Birte Ingageorgstochter for the report - posted with permission. pic.twitter.com/Tt6mGFCDU2
— severe-weather.EU (@severeweatherEU) February 15, 2020
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