Winter Storm Warning Issued for Northern and Southeast Maine Through Thursday Morning
NWS Caribou has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Northern and Southeast Maine, forecasting heavy mixed precipitation and ice accumulation starting Wednesday morning.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Caribou, Maine, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties in the region. The alert covers a period of significant mixed precipitation expected to create hazardous conditions.
Affected Areas
The warning applies to the following geographic regions in Maine:
- Northern Somerset County
- Northern Piscataquis County
- Northern Penobscot County
- Southeast Aroostook County
What You Should Do
Residents are urged to prepare for extremely dangerous travel conditions. Significant amounts of snow, sleet, and ice will make roads treacherous. For the latest road conditions in Maine, visit newengland511.org.
Expected Conditions
The region is bracing for heavy mixed precipitation. Specific forecasts include:
- Snow and Sleet Accumulation: Between 1 and 3 inches.
- Ice Accumulation: Between one-tenth and two-tenths of an inch.
- Impacts: Travel could be very difficult. The presence of significant sleet may make snow removal efforts challenging.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 8:00 AM EDT Wednesday, March 11, until 2:00 AM EDT Thursday, March 12. The hazardous conditions are expected to specifically impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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