Værmelding for Houlton Chamber of Commerce

Winter Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 7:58PM EST until January 20 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Caribou ME* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7inches along and south of a line from about Dover-Foxcroft toHoulton. To the north of this line, total snow accumulations of 3to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 30 to 35 mph.* WHERE...Portions of Central Highlands, Far Eastern, Far Northern,and North Woods Maine* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Monday.* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snowcould reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact theMonday morning commute.A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will causeprimarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limitedvisibilities, and use caution while driving.The latest road conditions for Maine can be obtained by going tonewengland511.org.Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If youmust go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes willkeep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin toreduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and ahat will keep you from losing your body heat.

National Weather Service