#MEwx Winter Storm Warning now in Effect

National Weather Service Gray ME

3:32 AM EST Sun Dec 3 2023

WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST MONDAY.

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches.

* WHERE...Interior Waldo, Kennebec, and Androscoggin Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The potential exists for snow bands that will bring periods of locally heavy snowfall, which will lead to rapid snow accumulations and dangerous travel conditions. Difficult travel

conditions are possible due to icy road conditions. Even light snowfall amounts can accumulate on roads and cause dangerous driving conditions due to snow covered roads. The hazardous

conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The timing of the heaviest snowfall around the Monday morning commute has prompted this warning to be issued.

 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can be obtained by going to newengland511.org

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely

necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your

destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.

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Legro