#MEwx Special Weather Statement in effect for us

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Gray ME

3:02 AM EDT Sat May 30 2020

National Weather Service Cold Water Safety Message.

Please check with state and local authorities regarding guidelines for allowed activities.

* The warm air temperatures today in the 70s and lower 80s may cause

people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water temperatures

which are currently only in the mid 50s across Sebago Lake and Lake

Winnipesaukee, and in the mid and upper 50s in the regions smaller

lakes and rivers.

* The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to

anyone immersed in the water. According to the US Coast Guard,

when the water temperatures are below 50 degrees, the chance of

immediate incapacitation due to cold shock is extremely high.

Anyone on small boats, canoes, or kayaks should plan accordingly

if recreating this weekend and use extreme caution to avoid this

threat. Paddle smart from the start and always wear your life

jacket!