Public safety officials and experts say there are multiple ways people can prepare themselves to avoid these winter weather hazards and keep themselves safe.
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Posted inMaine
Winter arrives in southern Maine at last, as storm drops 10 inches of snow or more across the region
Some areas in York and Cumberland counties recorded more than 15 inches of snow, while the extreme northern parts of the state got little or even none.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
First definitive snowstorm this season to give Maine spectrum of snowfall amounts
From half an inch in northern Maine to as much as 10 inches in York County, Maine can expect see its first true snowfall this season, according to forecasters. However, a midweek rainstorm promises to erase most of the evidence and keep towns vigilant for possible minor flooding.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
With first big winter storm arriving at last, southern Maine braces for a foot of snow – or more
Many Mainers spent the day stocking up on last-minute supplies and putting on snow tires before the expected arrival of a snowstorm.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, New England, News
Storm surge: To get lights back on, Maine pays a premium for crews from away
Weather is creating more disruption to electricity service, and the state’s utilities – and ratepayers – are racking up larger bills for the extra help that’s needed as a result.
Posted inBethel, Business, Maine, News
As storm nears, some Maine businesses watch for first snowflakes of winter
The predicted weather over the next few days could be an early Christmas gift for some snow-starved businesses in southern Maine. For others, it’s business as usual.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Public works crews hitch up for the first snow of the season
Public works departments in central Maine were preparing for inclement weather coming Tuesday night and into Wednesday.
Posted inMaine
Late-winter storm drops heavy snow inland, slushy mess near the coast
About 10 inches fell in mountain areas and 5 inches in the foothills, according to the National Weather Service.
Posted inMaine, News
Snowstorm to bury parts of Maine, including Greater Portland, on Friday
The National Weather Service is predicting that 8 to 12 inches will fall in southern and western areas.