A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel extremely dangerous. If you must travel,
keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of
an emergency.
The latest road conditions for Maine can be obtained by going to
newengland511.org.
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Storm total of 8 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as
high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...Northern Penobscot, Southeast Aroostook, Northern
Piscataquis, and Northern Somerset Counties.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions
could impact the Friday morning commute. Strong winds could cause
extensive damage to trees and power lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy to areas of blowing snow likely in the
open fields along US Route 1, State Route 11 and 212. Potential
for brief whiteout conditions and significant drifting.