Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 12 at 2:21PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 12, 2026 - 11:21am
Expires:
June 13, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* The warm air temperatures this weekend in the low to mid 80s may
cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water
temperatures which are currently only around 60 on the lakes and
around 70 on the rivers.
* The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to
anyone immersed in the water. According to the Maine Warden
Service, even when the water temperature is below 70 degrees,
hypothermia and loss of dexterity can occur in 45 minutes or
less. Anyone on small boats, canoes or kayaks should plan
accordingly if recreating this weekend and use extreme caution to
avoid this threat. Paddle smart from the start and always wear
your life jacket!
Area Description:
Northwest Aroostook; Northeast Aroostook; Northern Somerset; Northern Piscataquis; Northern Penobscot; Southeast Aroostook; Central Piscataquis; Central Penobscot; Southern Penobscot; Interior Hancock; Central Washington; Coastal Hancock; Coastal Washington; Southern Piscataquis; Northern Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Caribou ME
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov