The recent rain and storms have caused extremely high flows in Gavleån, due to high water levels upstream in Storsjön.
During Friday, SMHI issued a red warning for flooding in the river, the warning is valid until further notice.
According to the weather institute, flows this high only occur every fifty years, writes Gefle Dagblad.
The County Administrative Board writes that the high water level can pose a great danger to the public and cause serious damage. There is a risk of undermining, landslides and landslides. They urge the public not to take any unnecessary risks and to be alert and follow developments.
The text is updated