Blizzard Warning Issued for Coastal Maine Counties; Whiteout Conditions Expected Monday
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The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox, and Coastal Waldo counties, effective Monday morning through Monday evening.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Coastal Maine
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Gray ME
Winter notices differ by expected impact and timing. The original notice carries the forecast window and any travel guidance for the named area.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Coastal Maine.
Blizzard Warning Issued for Coastal Maine Counties
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, has issued a Blizzard Warning for several coastal counties. This alert indicates that blizzard conditions are likely, with extreme severity expected during the warning period.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the following geographic regions in Maine:
- Sagadahoc County
- Lincoln County
- Knox County
- Coastal Waldo County
Expected Conditions
Residents in the affected areas should prepare for the following hazards:
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches are expected.
- Wind Speeds: Winds are forecasted to gust as high as 50 mph.
- Visibility: Whiteout conditions are expected with visibilities falling below 1/4 mile due to the combination of falling and blowing snow.
- Infrastructure Impacts: Strong winds are expected to down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. There is an elevated threat for downed power lines and power outages.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is effective from 7:00 AM EST to 10:00 PM EST on Monday, February 23. The greatest potential for blizzard conditions will exist from late Monday morning through the afternoon hours, which will likely impact the evening commute.
What You Should Do
The National Weather Service advises the following actions:
- Travel Restrictions: Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit with you.
- Safety: If you become stranded in your vehicle, stay with the vehicle.
- Monitoring: Delay all non-essential travel. The latest road conditions can be accessed at newengland511.org.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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