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Extratropical cyclone impact in Iceland
Overview
An intense extratropical cyclone, identified as the remnants of Hurricane Isaias, struck Iceland, causing significant destruction and setting record-breaking atmospheric conditions. The storm underwent rapid intensification, a process known as bombogenesis, where air pressure dropped by more than 50 hectopascals in 24 hours.
In southern Iceland, the pressure at Fagurhólsmýri farm reached 934.6 hPa, surpassing the previous October record established in 1963. The cyclone produced extreme wind gusts, including a measurement of 205 km/h near the Eyjafjallajökull volcano and in Hvammur.
Damage reported in the fishing village of Siglufjörður included roofs being torn off two residences and an industrial building. Other impacts included power outages in Bolungarvík, wind speeds of approximately 131 km/h at Vestmannaeyjar airport, and sleet and snow in northern Iceland. Rescue teams were mobilized to assist affected areas as authorities advised residents to remain indoors.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesExtratropical cyclone formed from Hurricane Isaias strikes Iceland
Remnants of Hurricane Isaias evolved into a powerful extratropical cyclone, bringing record-threatening winds and low pressure to Iceland and disrupting travel in Scotland.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesIceland hit by intense extratropical cyclone with record low pressure
A powerful extratropical cyclone hit Iceland, recording a record-low October atmospheric pressure of 934.6 hPa and wind gusts of 205 km/h, causing structural damage and power outages.
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brasilemfolhas.com.br · europesays.com · friendsofnasa.org · metSul.com