####018006033#### WTUS81 KCAR 161509 HLSCAR MEZ001>006-010-011-015>017-029>032-162315- Post-Tropical Cyclone Lee Local Statement Advisory Number 45 National Weather Service Caribou ME AL132023 1109 AM EDT Sat Sep 16 2023 This product covers EASTERN AND NORTHERN MAINE **Impacts from Lee Ongoing** NEW INFORMATION --------------- * CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - None * CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS: - A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Central Penobscot, Central Piscataquis, Central Washington, Coastal Hancock, Coastal Washington, Interior Hancock, Northeast Aroostook, Northern Penobscot, Northern Piscataquis, Northern Washington, Southeast Aroostook, Southern Penobscot, and Southern Piscataquis * STORM INFORMATION: - About 100 miles southeast of Petit Manan ME or about 100 miles south-southeast of Eastport ME - 43.5N 66.2W - Storm Intensity 75 mph - Movement North or 350 degrees at 22 mph SITUATION OVERVIEW ------------------ -Lee has transitioned from a tropical storm to a post-tropical system. Despite this change in meteorological terminology, it remains a potent cyclone with a very large wind field. -Tropical storm force winds are expected across most of eastern Maine. Power outages are likely from tree damage. -Heavy rain leading to flash flooding is possible, especially over far eastern Maine. Impacts could be exacerbated by the recent rainfall. -Large waves will batter the coastline. Easterly facing beaches will be the most susceptible. POTENTIAL IMPACTS ----------------- * WIND: Potential impacts from the main wind event are now unfolding across Downeast Maine. Remain well sheltered from dangerous wind having additional significant impacts. If realized, these impacts include: - Some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with damage to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. A few buildings experiencing window, door, and garage door failures. Mobile homes damaged, especially if unanchored. Unsecured lightweight objects become dangerous projectiles. - Several large trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. Several fences and roadway signs blown over. - Some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban or heavily wooded places. A few bridges, causeways, and access routes impassable. - Scattered power and communications outages, but more prevalent in areas with above ground lines. Potential impacts from the main wind event are also now unfolding across much of the rest of eastern Maine. Remain well sheltered from hazardous wind having additional limited impacts. * FLOODING RAIN: Potential impacts from the flooding rain are still unfolding across Eastern and Downeast Maine. Remain well guarded against dangerous flood waters having possible significant impacts. If realized, these impacts include: - Moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues. - Rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. Small streams, creeks, canals, arroyos, and ditches overflow. - Flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. Several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. Some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow. Driving conditions become hazardous. Some road and bridge closures. * SURGE: Potential impacts from the main surge event are now unfolding across Coastal Downeast Maine. Remain well away from locally hazardous surge having additional limited impacts. If realized, these impacts include: - Localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots, or in areas farther inland near where higher surge waters move ashore. - Sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread with surge water. Driving conditions dangerous in places where surge water covers the road. - Moderate beach erosion. Heavy surf also breaching dunes, mainly in usually vulnerable locations. Strong rip currents. - Minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers. A few small craft broken away from moorings. * TORNADOES: Little to no impacts are anticipated at this time across EASTERN AND NORTHERN MAINE. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS ---------------------------------- Now is the time to stay inside and away from windows. Listen for updates and be ready in case you lose electrical power. Keep a battery- powered radio, charged cell phone and flashlight handy. During the peak of the storm be ready to move quickly. Keep your shoes on and rain gear handy. Boots and athletic shoes offer the best foot protection if you become unexpectedly exposed to the weather. Keep your cell phone charged and in power-saving mode. If you lose power, use it sparingly and mainly for personal emergencies and check-ins. Do not be a thrill seeker or risk your life for senseless photos or videos. * ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION: - For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov - For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org - For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org NEXT UPDATE ----------- The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather Service in Caribou ME around 5 PM EDT, or sooner if conditions warrant. $$