But staff meteorologists admit the interruption of weather balloon launches will undermine the accuracy of the agency’s weather modeling and forecasts.
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Maine river flooding risk lower than normal, but ice jam risk higher
U.S. Coast Guard icebreakers not currently expected to be called to break ice on the Kennebec River this spring.
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National Weather Service to halt weather balloon work in Maine
Within hours of the news, forecasters at news outlets throughout the country decried the decision, saying that it would undermine forecasting for affected communities.
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Riding the storm out in Lewiston
The weekend’s snow and sleet presented a variety of challenges.
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How much snow fell this weekend in Maine? Explore our interactive map
Totals across the state generally ranged from 3 to 5 inches as of Sunday.
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How much snow fell in Maine on Friday and Saturday? Explore our interactive map
Much of southern, central and western Maine got between 3 and 5 inches overnight Friday into Saturday morning.
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Lewiston school closes after pipe bursts
The water pipe burst Monday morning in front of Montello Elementary School.
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Polar vortex brings chilly temps to Maine
Portland was forecast to be about 6 degrees below normal Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
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Warming winters turn Waterville into unexpected skiing destination
As warmer winters leave southern and western Maine with less snow each year, recreators are filling the gap with artificial snow in Waterville.
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Road workers get a grip on traffic and the cold
A woman controlling traffic flow in Lewiston said she stays warm by dressing in lots and lots and lots of layers.