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Reflecting back on the tragic MS "Sleipner" ferry ⛴️ accident that occurred on the evening of 26th November 1999, we are reminded of the critical role that marine 🌊 forecasting plays in ensuring maritime safety. The ferry, traveling from Stavanger to Bergen, ran aground near Ryvarden lighthouse, resulting in the loss of 16 lives. The accident happened during strong winds 🌬️ and wave 🌊 heights exceeded the ferry's limitations⚠️, highlighting the need for an accurate coastal wave prediction system. The accident became the starting point for significant developments in operational wave forecasts along the Norwegian coast. The Norwegian Meteorological Institute | Meteorologisk institutt developed a unique coastal wave forecast using dynamical downscaling techniques. The system can resolve complex processes such as wave dissipation, wave generation by wind, and wave-current interactions, providing a far more precise wave forecast. More developments are coming, employing a new state-of-the-art forecast system with advanced physics dedicated to the Norwegian coast. Stay tuned for more updates! 📡🌐 NRK article about MS "Sleipner" accident: https://lnkd.in/gGjFhGgy Wave models (MET Norway): https://ocean.met.no/waves #MSSleipner #MaritimeSafety #WeatherForecasting #Waves #WAM800 #NORKYST800