#MEwx Flood Watch now in effect

National Weather Service Gray ME

10:41 AM EST Mon Jan 8 2024

FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall and snow melt is possible.

* WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Maine, including

the following counties, in south central Maine, Kennebec and

Lincoln. In southwest Maine, Androscoggin.

* WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Wednesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.

Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with snow and other

debris. Small stream flooding will also be possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor the latest forecast and be alert for possible

Flood Warnings. Now is the time to prepare by clearing snow from

drains. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared

to take action should flooding develop.

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