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A round-up of the main headlines in Sweden on April 15th 2026. You can hear more reports on our homepage www.radiosweden.se, or in the app Sveriges Radio. Presenter/Producer: Kris Boswell.
Storm Dave caused an estimated one million kroner in damage to salad and onion crops in Denmark.
Storm Dave has caused significant damage, including at Durham's Riverside ground in the UK, and has led to tens of thousands of households losing power and numerous train cancellations in Sweden. A public alert was issued in Oskarshamn Municipality due to the telecommunications network being knocked out.
An Aer Lingus passenger jet was forced to approach Dublin airport sideways for landing during severe gales and blustery showers brought by Storm Dave.
Several flights cancelled over weekend following strong winds around country
The Met Office has issued an amber wind warning for parts of the UK as Storm Dave is set to bring strong winds, posing a risk of injury from flying debris.
Storm Dave is expected to bring strong winds, prompting several warnings from meteorologists.
Storm Dave is forecast to hit Great Britain with winds exceeding 140 km/h, along with heavy rain and snow, leading to warnings of potential power outages and travel disruptions over the weekend.
Storm Dave has been named, bringing severe wind warnings to Ireland, the UK, Sweden, and Norway for the Easter bank holiday weekend, with Met Éireann indicating warnings for Ireland may be upgraded due to "very strong" winds. Gusts up to 90mph and 'blizzard conditions' are expected in parts of the UK, while Norway braces for a 'rarely powerful' storm with potential red danger levels, and Sweden anticipates strong winds and snow.
Storm Dave caused extensive damage to forests, with over two million cubic meters of timber falling, resulting in an estimated cost of approximately two billion Swedish Kronor.
After the passage of Storm Dave, a meteorologist from Klart discusses the chances of sunshine returning to Sweden, noting an ongoing battle between high and low-pressure systems.
After storm 'Dave' ravaged Southern Norway on Sunday, many Norwegians can look forward to improved weather in the coming days.
The Nordic Crown ferry, traveling from Oslo to Copenhagen, has been delayed by six hours due to storm 'Dave', with its arrival now expected at 4 PM.
Weather forecasts for the Easter weekend predict varied conditions across Europe, with some regions expecting warmer temperatures and sunshine, while others may see humid mornings followed by clearer afternoons.
Weather warnings expired overnight as Storm Dave cleared northeastwards, leaving thousands of homes and businesses without power.
Storm Dave has brought strong winds and heavy rain to Ireland, leading to 17 flight cancellations at Dublin Airport, diversions to Shannon, and widespread power outages affecting over 18,000 homes and businesses. Weather warnings remain in place across the country.
Storm Dave is approaching the coast of Norway, bringing extremely strong winds and prompting red alerts for Easter in the southern part of the country. Wind speeds are expected to exceed 160 kilometers per hour in some areas.
Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow warning for Ireland, cautioning about potential severe gusts as Storm Dave approaches. Motorists, ferry, and rail passengers are advised of possible disruption, with Dublin Airport also preparing for its busiest weekend.
Storm Dave has been named, bringing severe wind warnings, gales, rain, and 'blizzard conditions' to both Ireland and the UK for the Easter bank holiday weekend, with gusts up to 90mph expected in parts of the UK, leading to likely damage and travel disruption.
The process of naming storms is complicated by a blend of international rules, national peculiarities, and language barriers, as exemplified by the hypothetical 'Storm Dave'.
Over 200,000 children and adults in Denmark are participating in a nationwide cleanup effort this week to collect trash left behind by Easter storm Dave.
Insurance companies in Denmark and Sweden are receiving numerous damage reports following Storm Dave, requiring extra staff to handle the influx of claims for blown-off roofs and fallen trees.
A dramatic Easter Sunday in Smålandsstenar, Sweden, saw the roof of Susan Dansund's house torn off by Storm Dave, leaving residents in shock.
Storm Dave has led to significant disruptions in Norway, including severe damage to the Kunstsilo building in Kristiansand, closure of major roads like E18 due to loose debris, and multiple mountain passes remaining shut due to strong winds.
Dyreparken zoo is taking precautions by keeping dangerous predators indoors due to storm "Dave." Officials fear that falling trees could damage enclosures, potentially allowing animals to escape.
Three individuals, including two men and a teenager, have been arrested and charged in connection with an arson attack that destroyed four Hatzalah ambulances belonging to a UK Jewish charity in March, and have now been ordered to remain in UK custody. The London police stated the incident has not been declared a terrorist act.
Storm Dave is sweeping through Ireland with 100km/h gusts, leading to flight cancellations at Dublin Airport and leaving 3,000 homes without power. Easter revellers are advised to travel with care.
Ferries traveling to Norway have been cancelled as a severe Easter storm is expected to bring 11-meter high waves to Norway and strong winds to Northern Jutland, Denmark.
Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow warning for potential "severe gusts" as Storm Dave is expected to make landfall.
Storm Dave is forecast to bring severe weather, including gales, rain, and blizzards, to the UK, particularly affecting the north and potentially causing damage and travel disruption over Easter weekend.