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Storm Warning
Issued: 2:41 AM Jan. 17, 2022 – National Weather Service
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 5 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 30 to 50 kt with gusts up to 65 kt and seas 17 to 22 ft expected. * WHERE...Intra Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME, Coastal Waters from Eastport, ME to Schoodic Point, ME out 25 NM and Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME out 25 NM. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 5 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. &&
Coastal Flood Advisory
Issued: 2:53 AM Jan. 17, 2022 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO NOON EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Up to 1 foot of inundation above ground level possible in low-lying areas near shorelines at high tide near 10 am Monday morning. Splashover from large waves is possible along areas of the coast exposed to large waves such as Seawall Roads on Mount Desert Island and along the Schoodic Peninsula. * WHERE...Coastal Hancock County. * WHEN...From 9 AM to noon EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is possible in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront & piers. Some low-lying causeways will have water beginning to approach the road with up to 1 foot of inundation above ground level possible at vulnerable low lying areas. The majority of roads will remain passable with only isolated closures. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. && &&
High Wind Warning
Issued: 2:48 AM Jan. 17, 2022 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 5 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Southeast winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...Coastal Washington and Coastal Hancock Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 5 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and powerlines. Numerous to widespread power outages are likely. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. &&
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