Storm Boelo Hits Southern Sweden with Disrupted Ferries and Power Outages

Storm Boelo has swept across southern Sweden, bringing strong winds up to 29.5 m/s gusts and heavy rainfall, prompting yellow warnings along the southern coast from SMHI. The storm caused significant disruptions: ferry services to and from Gotland were canceled, stranding riders from the Gotland Grand National enduro race on the island until Sunday evening, and ferry departures from Nynäshamn were delayed by over 13 hours. Local residents in Nynäshamn hurried to secure boats in the harbor as winds gusted up to 25 m/s, while some surfers took advantage of the rough waves despite the challenging conditions.

Power outages affected over 4,000 households in Håbo, mainly caused by fallen trees on power lines, though most outages were resolved by afternoon. A women's football match in the Damallsvenskan league was relocated due to an unplayable, rain-soaked field. Gusts reached 29.5 m/s in Kungsbacka, and the weather warnings included risks of flooding along parts of the west coast and Värmland county.

Despite the severe weather, some residents ventured outdoors. Magnus Larsson of Nynäshamn maintained calm while securing his boat at a relatively sheltered spot. Surfer Toste Graffman noted the chaotic and unpredictable waves compared to international spots but enjoyed the challenge. The storm remains a disruptor but with ongoing responses to restore services and ensure safety.