Mid-March Winter Storm Vaughn Update Five

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Caribou ME
1034 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2019

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Northwest Aroostook-Northern Piscataquis-Central Piscataquis-
Including the cities of Allagash, Clayton Lake, Madawaska,
Fort Kent, Frenchville, Baxter St Park, Chamberlain Lake,
Churchill Dam, Mount Katahdin, Greenville, Monson, and Blanchard
1034 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2019

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Snow occurring. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10
  inches expected, mainly across the higher terrain. Snow this
  morning may mix with or change to rain late this afternoon with
  3 to 6 inches expected before the change-over. Rain will change
  back to snow later this evening with an additional 3 to 4
  inches through Saturday morning.

* WHERE...Northwest Aroostook, Northern Piscataquis and Central
  Piscataquis Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Saturday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads
and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.

The latest road conditions for Maine can be obtained by going to
newengland511.org.

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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Gray ME
836 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2019

...ACCUMULATING SNOW LIKELY TODAY ESPECIALLY AT HIGHER
ELEVATIONS...

.An early spring low pressure system will move northeastward into
the Gulf of Maine today spreading rain and snow across Maine and
New Hampshire. The heaviest snow is expected in the higher
terrain, while valley floors likely see much less. The snow will
likely be heavy and wet today, possibly allowing for some power
outages.

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/O.CON.KGYX.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-190323T1200Z/
Northern Oxford-Northern Franklin-Central Somerset-Northern Coos-
Southern Coos-
Including the cities of Upton, Wilsons Mills, Andover, Byron,
Middle Dam, Roxbury, South Arm, Coburn Gore, Davis, Oquossoc,
Rangeley, Avon, Kingfield, Phillips, New Portland, Brassua,
Long Pond, Moosehead, Pittston Farm, Seboomook, Bingham, Jackman,
Errol, Millsfield, Colebrook, Berlin, Dummer, Milan, York Pond,
and Lancaster
836 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2019

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 5 to 8
  inches.

* WHERE...In New Hampshire, Southern Coos and Northern Coos
  Counties. In Maine, Northern Oxford, Northern Franklin and
  Central Somerset Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Saturday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Travel could be very difficult. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. Gusty
  winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency.

For a more precise forecast for your specific location...go to
www.weather.gov/gray.

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10:57 AM ADT Friday 22 March 2019
Rainfall warning in effect for:

Sydney Metro and Cape Breton County
Rain, heavy at times is expected.

A developing low pressure system over the eastern seaboard of the United States is expected to track northeastward to lie over southern Maine this evening.

Ahead of this system, rain at times heavy and strong southeasterly winds are expected to spread eastward across the province today, reaching Cape Breton by late this afternoon. The heavier precipitation

will taper to scattered showers this evening.

Total rainfall amounts of 25 to 35 mm are expected.

If visibility is reduced while driving, turn on your lights and maintain a safe following distance. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NSstorm@canada.ca or tweet reports using #NSStorm.

10:54 AM ADT Friday 22 March 2019
Snowfall warning in effect for:

western half of Restigouche County
Snowfall with total amounts of 15 to 20 cm is expected.

A developing low pressure system over the eastern seaboard of the United States is expected to track northeastward to lie over southern Maine this evening. Snow ahead of the low may become mixed at

times with rain today. The snow will taper to flurries on Saturday as the low tracks into the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Total snowfall amounts near 15 cm are expected.

Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions.

Snowfall warnings are issued when significant snowfall is expected.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NBstorm@canada.ca or tweet reports using #NBStorm.

10:54 AM ADT Friday 22 March 2019
Rainfall warning in effect for:

Fredericton and Southern York County
A developing low pressure system over the eastern seaboard of the United States is expected to track northeastward to lie over southern Maine this evening.

Rain ahead of this low over southwestern New Brunswick will become heavy at times later today, giving near 30 mm before tapering to showers or flurries overnight. Some inland areas areas where

temperatures have remained just below zero will see freezing rain change to rain near noon as temperatures rise.

In addition, coastal regions west of Saint John may experience higher than normal water levels during high tides near noon today and midnight tonight, and there is a risk of minor flooding.

Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Avoid driving through water on roads. Even shallow, fast-moving water across a road can sweep a vehicle or a person away.

Rainfall warnings are issued when significant rainfall is expected.