High Wind Warning Issued for Coastal Hancock and Washington Counties, Maine
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NOAA issued it on April 2, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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A High Wind Warning has been issued for Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington counties, with wind gusts up to 60 mph expected to cause power outages and travel hazards.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Coastal Maine
- Issued
- April 2, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Caribou
Wind notices are issued against local thresholds and a defined time window. Confirm both in the original notice before making a current-condition decision.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Coastal Maine.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Caribou, Maine, has issued a High Wind Warning for coastal regions. This alert (Event Code: HWW) signifies that damaging wind conditions are expected within the warning area.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions in Maine:
- Coastal Hancock County
- Coastal Washington County
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for sustained south winds between 25 and 35 mph. Peak wind gusts are forecast to reach up to 60 mph. According to the National Weather Service, these damaging winds are expected to blow down trees and power lines, likely resulting in scattered power outages. Travel will be difficult during this period, particularly for high-profile vehicles.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective during the following window:
- Onset: 8:00 PM EDT, Monday, March 16, 2026
- Expiration: 8:00 AM EDT, Tuesday, March 17, 2026
What You Should Do
To ensure safety during the windstorm, the NWS recommends the following actions:
- Remain in the lower levels of your home and stay away from windows.
- Watch for falling debris and tree limbs.
- Use extreme caution if you are required to drive during the warning period.
- Secure loose outdoor objects that could become projectiles.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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