Winter Storm Watch 12/03/2024 00:25 for Maine areas

Headline: 
Winter Storm Watch issued December 3 at 3:25AM EST until December 6 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Caribou ME
Event: 
Winter Storm Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
December 3, 2024 - 12:25am
Expires: 
December 3, 2024 - 8:30am
Description: 
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 9 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of Central Highlands, Far Eastern, Far Northern, and North Woods Maine * WHEN...From Wednesday evening through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines and possibly reduce visibility due to blowing snow.
Instruction: 
A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to monitor the latest forecasts.
Area Description: 
Northwest Aroostook; Northeast Aroostook; Northern Piscataquis; Northern Penobscot; Southeast Aroostook; Central Piscataquis; Southern Piscataquis
Forcast Office: 
NWS Caribou ME