Winter Storm Warning Issued for Coastal and Interior Waldo, Knox, Lincoln, and Sagadahoc Counties

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties in the region. The alert is classified as severe with likely certainty, indicating a high probability of significant weather impacts.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions in Maine:

• Coastal Waldo
• Interior Waldo
• Knox
• Lincoln
• Sagadahoc

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to prepare for hazardous conditions. If travel is necessary, the National Weather Service recommends keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions, motorists can visit newengland511.org.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow is forecast for the area, with total accumulations expected to range between 6 and 10 inches. In addition to the snowfall, winds are expected to gust as high as 45 mph. These conditions will likely result in low visibility and dangerous driving conditions, specifically impacting both the Monday morning and evening commutes. While the threat of power outages is considered limited, gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects and break tree limbs.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning officially begins at 1:00 AM EST on Monday, February 23, and is scheduled to remain in effect until 1:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24.