BT on the Storm: 33 m/s Gusts and E16 Closed – Time to Secure the Trampoline
Morning everyone! Or should we say, morning to all out there? If you stuck your head out this morning, you felt it straight away: the autumn storm is upon us. I've lived here my whole life, and even I have to say it's really howling around the houses today. According to local reports, we're looking at wind gusts up to 33 m/s, and you can feel it in your bones. BT – or Bergen's Tidende, as we call it – has the full picture of what's happening, and I've got the latest updates from the newsroom.
Wind Gusts up to 33 m/s – Secure the Trampoline!
Here on the west coast, we're used to a bit of wind, but what we're seeing today is a bit much. Overnight, we measured gusts reaching 33 metres per second in several places. We're not just talking about the bin tipping over. It's actually time to take a lap of the garden. Got a trampoline? You'd better get that thing tied down properly. I've seen them take off before, and they're not just a flying hazard for the kids and the neighbour's shrubs. The same goes for the boat – now's the time to be glad you checked the moorings.
E16 Closed After Landslide
For those of us who need to get to work, it's more serious. The E16 near Stølvang is currently closed due to a landslide. It's one of the main arteries in and out of Bergen, and you'll feel the disruption. This was reported this morning, and the local newsrooms are keeping a close eye on the situation. If you're heading out, check the traffic reports before you get in the car. Updates are available online, and they're being added continuously.
Personally, I've started relying more and more on tech in my daily life. My Samsung Galaxy Watch 42mm with Bluetooth and 4G has become a constant companion. It's there on my wrist, and I get all the news alerts straight to it. So even if my phone is in my inside pocket or charging in the bedroom, I know instantly if there's a new update on the landslide or if the weather is getting worse. The Bluetooth connection means the watch talks seamlessly to my phone, and with 4G, I'm connected wherever I am. It's brilliant when you're in the middle of a storm and don't want to be fumbling for your phone in the rain.
Car Choice in a Storm: Mazda BT-50 to the Rescue?
And speaking of cars: in weather like this, a solid pickup is worth its weight in gold. I'm thinking of classics like the Mazda BT-50. It's always been known for handling Norwegian road conditions. Four-wheel drive and good ground clearance mean you can get through where others have to turn back. I just saw a neighbour getting a hand from a fella in a BT-50 to pull a car up a slippery hill. It's cars like that you appreciate when the temperature drops below zero and the roads get icy. Sure, it's mostly rain and wind now, but with landslides and sheets of water on the road, it's good to have something solid under you.
So, to sum up: here are a few quick tips from someone who's been through a few storms before:
- Securing things: Tie down the trampoline, garden furniture, and boat. It's windier than you think.
- Traffic: Avoid the E16 near Stølvang for now. Keep an eye on local news for updates.
- Tech: Use a smartwatch (like the Samsung Galaxy Watch with BT/Bluetooth) to get alerts without having to dig out your phone in the rain.
- Driving: If you have a Mazda BT-50 or something similar, appreciate it today – it's earning its keep.
Let's hope this storm eases up soon. Until then: keep up with the local papers, listen to the morning radio shows, and don't take any unnecessary risks. And remember: sure, it's better to be safe than sorry, as we like to say around here.