Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 17 at 5:32AM EDT until March 17 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 17, 2026 - 2:32am
Expires:
March 17, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Hancock, Coastal Washington, Central Washington,
Interior Hancock, and Southern Penobscot Counties.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Scattered to widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Instruction:
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
Area Description:
Southern Penobscot; Interior Hancock; Central Washington; Coastal Hancock; Coastal Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Caribou ME
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov