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Storm Warning
Issued: 2:43 AM Mar. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and seas 15 to 20 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Eastport, ME to Schoodic Point, ME out 25 NM, Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME out 25 NM and Intra Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 8 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will 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. &&
Flood Watch
Issued: 2:33 AM Mar. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain, snowmelt, and ice jam continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Central Highlands, Coastal DownEast, Far Eastern, Interior DownEast, and Penobscot Valley Maine, including the following areas, in Central Highlands Maine, Central Piscataquis, Northern Penobscot and Southern Piscataquis. In Coastal DownEast Maine, Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington. In Far Eastern Maine, Northern Washington and Southeast Aroostook. In Interior DownEast Maine, Central Washington and Interior Hancock. In Penobscot Valley Maine, Central Penobscot and Southern Penobscot. * WHEN...Through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of small rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Additional heavy rain is expected to develop across the region tonight before ending Tuesday morning. Widespread totals of 1 to 1.5 inches of rain are anticipated with locally higher amounts of 2 to 2.5 inches possible in the southern upslope of the Longfellow Mountains and across the Downeast. Increasing runoff and ice rot will lead to ice movement on area rivers and streams creating an elevated risk of ice jam flooding. - For flood safety visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. &&
Coastal Flood Statement
Issued: 2:27 AM Mar. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COASTAL FLOOD STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Minor overwash, as well as possible beach erosion, is expected around the time of high tide both tonight and Tuesday morning. * WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties. * WHEN...From 9 PM EDT this evening through Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...Building waves will cause minor splash-over on exposed coastal roads and shorelines. Pedestrians and motorists should use caution along shorelines.
High Wind Warning
Issued: 10:22 PM Mar. 16, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Coastal Hancock, Coastal Washington, Central Washington, Interior Hancock, and Southern Penobscot Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered to widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The strongest winds are expected from midnight tonight to early Tuesday morning. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. &&
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