Storm Warning Issued for Penobscot Bay: Winds Up to 55 Knots Expected
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 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 Storm Warning has been issued for Penobscot Bay starting Monday morning, with the National Weather Service forecasting northeast winds up to 40 knots and gusts reaching 55 knots.
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- Record type
- Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Penobscot Bay
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Gray ME
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Penobscot Bay.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, has issued a Storm Warning for Penobscot Bay. This alert, designated with the VTEC code SR.W, indicates that storm-force winds and hazardous maritime conditions are imminent.
Affected Areas
The primary geographic region affected by this warning is Penobscot Bay (ANZ151).
What You Should Do
Mariners are advised to take immediate precautions. The National Weather Service recommends that mariners remain in port, alter course to avoid the storm, or secure their vessels for severe conditions. These conditions are capable of capsizing or damaging vessels and will likely reduce visibility for navigation.
Expected Conditions
Residents and mariners in the area should prepare for the following conditions:
- Winds: Northeast winds between 30 to 40 knots, with gusts reaching up to 55 knots.
- Seas: Wave heights are expected to range from 3 to 6 feet.
- Hazards: Storm-force winds and hazardous seas that pose a direct threat to maritime safety.
Timeline
The Storm Warning is specifically in effect from 7:00 AM EST to 10:00 PM EST on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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