2:36 PM
— 8:15 PM
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 95 to 103 expected today and Friday.
* WHERE...Coastal Washington, Northern Washington, Central
Washington, and Central Penobscot Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
2:36 PM
— 8:00 PM
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 96 expected today.
* WHERE...Northeast Aroostook County.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
2:36 PM
— 8:15 PM
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 100 to 105 expected today and
Friday.
* WHERE...Southern Piscataquis, Coastal Hancock, Interior Hancock,
and Southern Penobscot Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
2:36 PM
— 8:15 PM
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 95 to 100 expected today and Friday.
* WHERE...Northern Penobscot and Southeast Aroostook Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
1:20 PM
— July 3rd, 1:30 AM
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 104.
* WHERE...Southern Somerset and Southern Franklin Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
1:20 PM
— 8:00 PM
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 96.
* WHERE...In Maine, Central Somerset, Northern Franklin, and
Northern Oxford Counties. In New Hampshire, Northern Coos,
Northern Grafton, and Southern Coos Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
3:38 PM
— July 6th, 12:00 AM
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Air
Quality has issued an Air Quality Alert for particle pollution from
midnight tonight to midnight EDT Sunday night.
Particle pollution levels are expected to rise into the Unhealthy for
Sensitive Groups range periodically during the weekend. People are
advised to follow the health message if visibility is poor or they
can smell smoke.
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection recommends that
individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to
reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be
especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants
include the very young, the elderly, those with pre-existing
respiratory problems such as asthma, those with heart disease and
anyone who is working hard outdoors. It is okay to be active
outdoors. But if you experience symptoms such as shortness of
breath, coughing, throat irritation or an uncomfortable sensation in
your chest please consider limiting the intensity and duration of
your outdoor activities.
A toll free air quality hotline has been established so Maine
residents can stay informed on the air quality situations. The toll
free number is: 1-800-223-1196.
Additionally the Maine Department of Environmental Protection has
the air quality forecast available on the web at
www.maine.gov/dep/air/aqforecast.
3:15 PM
— July 6th, 12:00 AM
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Air
Quality has issued an Air Quality Alert for particle pollution from
midnight tonight to midnight EDT Sunday night.
Particle pollution levels are expected to rise into the Unhealthy for
Sensitive Groups range periodically during the weekend. People are
advised to follow the health message if visibility is poor or they
can smell smoke.
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection recommends that
individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to
reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be
especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants
include the very young, older adults, those who work outdoors, those
with pre-existing respiratory problems such as asthma, and those
with heart disease. It is okay to be active outdoors. But if you
experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing, throat
irritation or an uncomfortable sensation in your chest, please
consider limiting the intensity and duration of your outdoor
activities.
A toll free air quality hotline has been established so Maine
residents can stay informed on the air quality situations. The toll
free number is: 1-800-223-1196.
Additionally the Maine Department of Environmental Protection has
the air quality forecast available on the web at
www.maine.gov/dep/air/aqforecast.
3:15 PM
— July 6th, 12:00 AM
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Air
Quality has issued an Air Quality Alert for particle pollution until
midnight EDT Sunday night.
Particle pollution levels rose into the Unhealthy range earlier this
afternoon and continue to be high. Smoke from fires in Quebec moved
into Maine today. For the Northen region, people are advised to
follow the health message if visibility is poor or they can smell
smoke.
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection recommends that
individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to
reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be
especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants
include the very young, older adults, those who work outdoors, those
with pre-existing respiratory problems such as asthma, and those
with heart disease. It is okay to be active outdoors. But if you
experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing, throat
irritation or an uncomfortable sensation in your chest, please
consider limiting the intensity and duration of your outdoor
activities.
A toll free air quality hotline has been established so Maine
residents can stay informed on the air quality situations. The toll
free number is: 1-800-223-1196.
Additionally the Maine Department of Environmental Protection has
the air quality forecast available on the web at
www.maine.gov/dep/air/aqforecast.
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
The Katahdin Overlook is currently closed for construction. Visitors are not permitted in the overlook area due to construction hazards. It is still possible to access anything else on the loop road.
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
There is an impassable collapsed bridge near Big Spring Brook Hut located at the north section of the monument (46.0333633333, -68.7807583333). This area is impassable by foot traffic and bike.
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
Seboeis River Bridge will be closed to traffic August 27-29 for repairs. This will impact travel into the Seboeis parcel via Charlie's Rd. A bridge over Ragged Brook will be closed September 2-4 for repairs and impact travel towards Philpott Bridge.
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
Logging trucks and other large machinery will be active on Swift Brook Road for an undetermined amount of time. Please use caution when driving. Always pull over for logging trucks, and wait until dust has cleared to continue moving.
Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
Hunting season is upon us! Please stay alert and be mindful of the rights of lawful hunters. Hunting is permitted only East of the East Branch of the Penobscot River, but it is advised to wear high visibility clothing on all monument land.