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High Wind Warning 2, NWS Caribou, ME

February 16, 2022Hancock County, Washington County, Maine

NWS Caribou, ME issued this high wind warning at Feb 16, 2022, 3:27 PM EST for Hancock County, Washington County, Maine. It took effect at Feb 17, 2022, 11:00 PM EST. It was in force for 11 hr. 3 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Feb 16, 2022, 3:27 PM EST (20:27 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 17, 2022, 11:00 PM EST
Expired
Feb 18, 2022, 10:00 AM EST
In force
11 hr
Issued by
NWS Caribou, ME

Counties Hancock County, ME, Washington County, ME

The radar

The Caribou radar (KCBW), 142 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:27 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Feb 18, 6:00 AM ESTNON-TSTM WND DMG1 Sw Jonesboro, MEHEALTHY 8 INCH DIAMETER PINE TREE SNAPPED AT THE MIDDLE TO BOTTOM OF THE TRUNK.
Feb 18, 6:45 AM ESTNON-TSTM WND GST 53Seawall, ME
Feb 18, 8:54 AM ESTNON-TSTM WND GST 662 Sse Sedgwick, MERECORDED WITH A LOGIA 5 IN 1 PWS. ALSO RECORDED A 60MPH GUST AT 6:54AM.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Gray, ME (KGYX), launched 12:00Z, 8.5 hours before the alert went out and 205 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Gray, ME at 12:00Z on 2022-02-16Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Gray, ME at 12:00Z on 2022-02-16The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 327 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1220 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
62 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
327 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
504 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

454 
WWUS71 KCAR 162027
NPWCAR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Caribou ME
327 PM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

MEZ029-030-170430-
/O.UPG.KCAR.HW.A.0002.220218T0000Z-220218T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KCAR.HW.W.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
Including the cities of Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Orland,
Castine, Eastport, Perry, Machias, and Cherryfield
327 PM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THURSDAY TO 10 AM EST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM Thursday to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and powerlines.
  Scattered to numerous power outages are likely. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MEZ015>017-170430-
/O.NEW.KCAR.WI.Y.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-
Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Amherst,
Aurora, Dedham, Eastbrook, Great Pond, Calais, Grand Lake Stream,
Wesley, and Princeton
327 PM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THURSDAY TO 10 AM EST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southern Penobscot, Interior Hancock and Central 
  Washington Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM Thursday to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and
  powerlines. Isolated to scattered power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
9 follow-up statements
583 
WWUS71 KCAR 162305
NPWCAR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Caribou ME
605 PM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

MEZ029-030-170715-
/O.CON.KCAR.HW.W.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
Including the cities of Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Orland,
Castine, Eastport, Perry, Machias, and Cherryfield
605 PM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THURSDAY TO
10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM Thursday to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and powerlines. 
  Scattered to numerous power outages are likely. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MEZ015>017-170715-
/O.CON.KCAR.WI.Y.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-
Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Amherst,
Aurora, Dedham, Eastbrook, Great Pond, Calais, Grand Lake Stream,
Wesley, and Princeton
605 PM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THURSDAY TO 10 AM
EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southern Penobscot, Interior Hancock and Central 
  Washington Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM Thursday to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and 
  powerlines. Isolated to scattered power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
378 
WWUS71 KCAR 170208
NPWCAR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Caribou ME
908 PM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

MEZ029-030-171015-
/O.CON.KCAR.HW.W.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
Including the cities of Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Orland,
Castine, Eastport, Perry, Machias, and Cherryfield
908 PM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THURSDAY TO
10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM Thursday to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and powerlines. 
  Scattered to numerous power outages are likely. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MEZ015>017-171015-
/O.CON.KCAR.WI.Y.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-
Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Amherst,
Aurora, Dedham, Eastbrook, Great Pond, Calais, Grand Lake Stream,
Wesley, and Princeton
908 PM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THURSDAY TO 10 AM
EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southern Penobscot, Interior Hancock and Central 
  Washington Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM Thursday to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and 
  powerlines. Isolated to scattered power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
352 
WWUS71 KCAR 170909
NPWCAR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Caribou ME
409 AM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

MEZ029-030-171715-
/O.CON.KCAR.HW.W.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
Including the cities of Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Orland,
Castine, Eastport, Perry, Machias, and Cherryfield
409 AM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Washington and Coastal Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and powerlines. 
  Numerous to widespread power outages are likely. Travel will 
  be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MEZ015>017-171715-
/O.CON.KCAR.WI.Y.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-
Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Amherst,
Aurora, Dedham, Eastbrook, Great Pond, Calais, Grand Lake Stream,
Wesley, and Princeton
409 AM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southern Penobscot, Central Washington and Interior 
  Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and 
  powerlines. Isolated to scattered power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
379 
WWUS71 KCAR 171604
NPWCAR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Caribou ME
1104 AM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

MEZ029-030-180015-
/O.CON.KCAR.HW.W.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
Including the cities of Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Orland,
Castine, Eastport, Perry, Machias, and Cherryfield
1104 AM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Washington and Coastal Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and powerlines.
  Numerous power outages are likely. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MEZ015>017-180015-
/O.CON.KCAR.WI.Y.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-
Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Amherst,
Aurora, Dedham, Eastbrook, Great Pond, Calais, Grand Lake Stream,
Wesley, and Princeton
1104 AM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southern Penobscot, Central Washington and Interior 
  Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and 
  powerlines. Isolated to scattered power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
850 
WWUS71 KCAR 172034
NPWCAR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Caribou ME
334 PM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

MEZ029-030-180445-
/O.CON.KCAR.HW.W.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
Including the cities of Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Orland,
Castine, Eastport, Perry, Machias, and Cherryfield
334 PM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Washington and Coastal Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and powerlines. 
  Numerous to widespread power outages are likely. Travel will 
  be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MEZ015>017-180445-
/O.CON.KCAR.WI.Y.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-
Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Amherst,
Aurora, Dedham, Eastbrook, Great Pond, Calais, Grand Lake Stream,
Wesley, and Princeton
334 PM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southern Penobscot, Central Washington and Interior 
  Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and 
  powerlines. Isolated to scattered power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
137 
WWUS71 KCAR 180019
NPWCAR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Caribou ME
719 PM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

MEZ029-030-180830-
/O.CON.KCAR.HW.W.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
Including the cities of Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Orland,
Castine, Eastport, Perry, Machias, and Cherryfield
719 PM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Washington and Coastal Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and powerlines. 
  Numerous to widespread power outages are likely. Travel will 
  be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MEZ015>017-180830-
/O.CON.KCAR.WI.Y.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-
Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Amherst,
Aurora, Dedham, Eastbrook, Great Pond, Calais, Grand Lake Stream,
Wesley, and Princeton
719 PM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southern Penobscot, Central Washington and Interior 
  Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and 
  powerlines. Isolated to scattered power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
379 
WWUS71 KCAR 180319
NPWCAR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Caribou ME
1019 PM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

MEZ029-030-181130-
/O.CON.KCAR.HW.W.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
Including the cities of Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Orland,
Castine, Eastport, Perry, Machias, and Cherryfield
1019 PM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Washington and Coastal Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and powerlines. 
  Numerous to widespread power outages are likely. Travel will 
  be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MEZ015>017-181130-
/O.CON.KCAR.WI.Y.0002.220218T0400Z-220218T1500Z/
Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-
Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Amherst,
Aurora, Dedham, Eastbrook, Great Pond, Calais, Grand Lake Stream,
Wesley, and Princeton
1019 PM EST Thu Feb 17 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southern Penobscot, Central Washington and Interior 
  Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and 
  powerlines. Isolated to scattered power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
576 
WWUS71 KCAR 180842
NPWCAR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Caribou ME
342 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

MEZ029-030-181500-
/O.CON.KCAR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220218T1500Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
Including the cities of Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Orland,
Castine, Eastport, Perry, Machias, and Cherryfield
342 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Washington and Coastal Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and powerlines. 
  Numerous to widespread power outages are likely. Travel will 
  be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

MEZ015>017-181500-
/O.CON.KCAR.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220218T1500Z/
Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-
Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Amherst,
Aurora, Dedham, Eastbrook, Great Pond, Calais, Grand Lake Stream,
Wesley, and Princeton
342 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southern Penobscot, Central Washington and Interior 
  Hancock Counties.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and 
  powerlines. Isolated to scattered power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
010 
WWUS71 KCAR 181500
NPWCAR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Caribou ME
1000 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

MEZ029-030-181600-
/O.EXP.KCAR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220218T1500Z/
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
Including the cities of Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Orland,
Castine, Eastport, Perry, Machias, and Cherryfield
1000 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM EST THIS MORNING...

Wind speeds will subside somewhat going into the afternoon hours.
But, it will still be windy with gusts reaching as high as 35 mph

$$

MEZ015>017-181600-
/O.EXP.KCAR.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220218T1500Z/
Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-
Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Amherst,
Aurora, Dedham, Eastbrook, Great Pond, Calais, Grand Lake Stream,
Wesley, and Princeton
1000 AM EST Fri Feb 18 2022

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM EST THIS MORNING...

Wind speeds will subside somewhat going into the afternoon hours.
But, it will still be windy with gusts reaching as high as 35 mph

$$

VJN

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this high wind warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Caribou, ME wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Feb 16, 12:43 PM EST, 2 hours 44 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Feb 16, 12:43 PM EST, 2 hours 44 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Caribou ME
1243 PM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

.SYNOPSIS...
A warm front lifts across the region today. A cold front
approaches from the northwest tonight then slowly pushes south
through the region from Thursday into Friday morning as waves of
low pressure ride along it. Weak high pressure builds in Friday
night, followed by low pressure crossing Maine Saturday. High
pressure then transits the area for the remainder of the
weekend.

&&

.NEAR TERM /THROUGH TONIGHT/...
1245 pm update...
Downeast has risen into the u20s and above freezing this
afternoon with St. John Vly still in the single digits. Expect
that temps wl continue to rise as the warm front lifts through.
Southerly winds are gusting to 20-25kts as of 17z and expect
these wl increase into the afternoon as LLJ increases. Light
flurries are occurring Downeast in warm advection with dry
airmass holding tight across the north.

Previous Discussion:
High pressure remains over northern New England early this
morning, with clear skies across the state of Maine and light to
calm winds across our FA. Temperatures have fallen well below
zero across the north, and to around zero in the Bangor and
Downeast regions. Diurnal mixing will return shortly after
sunrise as light southerly flow just above the surface will
advect warm air into the region, acting to speed up the
deterioration of the surface inversion and further increase
winds. Temperatures will be mild today, increasing into the
upper 20s across the north and lower 30s near the coast by this
evening. Additionally, the pressure gradient aloft will begin
to tighten this afternoon as the high pressure slides off to the
east and low pressure approaches from the west. A 55 to 65 kt
low level jet will develop early this evening, supporting
elevated surface gusts through the night tonight.

As southerly winds persist under cloudy skies, temperatures will
remain steady or even increase through the night tonight. At the
same time, a cold front will slowly approach from the west,
increasing the chance for precipitation across the western
half of the FA. Precip will start out as snow over to the north
with temperatures remaining just below freezing, but persistent
warm air advection will lead to a transition over to rain as the
night progresses. The threat for snow then rain will fill in
from north to south through the night. Wind gusts of up to 30
to 35 mph are expected across the entire FA through the night,
and the immediate coast may see even higher wind gusts
overnight.

&&

.SHORT TERM /THURSDAY THROUGH FRIDAY NIGHT/...
A strong area of high pressure at the surface will continue to drift
east into the open Atlantic during Thursday. Meanwhile, a cold front
will slowly approach from the northwest. A south to southwest flow
on the backside of the high across the western Atlantic will
transport unseasonably mild air northward across the forecast area.
Afternoon high temperatures will range from the lower 40s across the
north and mid to upper 40s Central and Downeast. As the cold front
continues to approach from the northwest, moisture will increase
across the region during the day, with rain developing, especially
across northern areas, closer to the approaching front. The
front will begin to sink southward across the crown of Maine and
St. John Valley early Thursday evening. At the same time, an
area of low pressure will track northeast toward the region,
supporting overrunning precipitation Thursday night. Model
consensus is for the low to track just to the north of Greenville
and then east toward Houlton by early Friday morning. To the
north of the low, expect colder air will continue to funnel into
the region from Quebec. This will result in rain early Thursday
evening transitioning to a wintry mix Thursday night north of a
a Greenville to Houlton line. Across far northwest Aroostook,
expect the changeover to all snow to occur early in the
evening. Confidence was high enough to issue a Winter Storm
Watch for northwest Aroostook county beginning Thursday evening
and into Friday morning. Prospects are fairly high that areas
along the northwest border will see warning level snow by Friday
morning, especially across the St.John Valley region and across
the Fort Kent to Estcourt Station regions. Across the remainder
of Aroostook county, northern Somerset, and northern Penobscot
counties, expect more in the way of mixed precipitation before
the transition to snow occurs later Thursday night. Across
central areas, including the Greater Bangor region, and the
Downeast Maine, it will be warm enough for precipitation to be
mainly in the form of rain through Thursday night. The next
concern Thursday night continues to center around the potential
for strong to damaging wind gusts across Downeast Maine,
especially the coast and outer islands, due to the strong low
level jet at 925 MB progged to be in excess of 80 kt. Therefore,
have issued a High Wind Watch for the Downeast coast from
Thursday evening into Friday morning. The low will move quickly
into the Canadian Maritime provinces on Friday. Snow across the
north will begin to wind down during the morning, with rain
across central and Downeast areas possibly changing to a brief
period of snow before ending during Friday morning. The big
story on Friday will be the strong cold advection behind the
departing low, thus expect highs to occur early in the day with
falling temperatures in the afternoon. High pressure builds in
for Friday night with mainly clear to partly cloudy sky
conditions expected, along with cold temperatures.

&&

.LONG TERM /SATURDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/...
A clipper type system will cross the region on Saturday
bringing the chance for snow showers. The clipper system exits
Saturday night, followed by high pressure later Saturday night
and Sunday. Another cold front approaches the region later
Sunday and then crosses the region Monday followed by high
pressure Monday night. Another low will track toward the region
later Tuesday with the next chance for snow. Highs will be below
normal on Saturday, near normal on Sunday, above normal Monday,
near normal on Tuesday.

&&

.AVIATION /18Z WEDNESDAY THROUGH MONDAY/...
NEAR TERM: VFR across the north before decreasing to MVFR after
06z tonight. Light showers expected to move in toward daybreak
at FVE and progressing south from there. Downeast terminals at
MVFR and will vary between MVFR and VFR overnight at BGR with
predominant MVFR at BHB.

LLWS at all terminals overnight between 40-50kts at 220 degrees
at FL020.

SHORT TERM:
Thu...MVFR or lower developing from NW to SE in rain. LLWS
likley.

Thu night - Fri. Widespread IFR expected through Fri morning.
Wintry mix/snow Aroostook county terminals, rain KBGR/KBHB. LLWS
likley with G50 KT possible later Thursday night/Friday morning
KBGR/KBHB terminals. Becoming VFR Fri afternoon with NW wind G25
kt expected all terminals.

Sat...MVFR or lower possible in snow/snow showers.

Sat night and Sun..VFR.

&&

.MARINE...
NEAR TERM: Winds and seas will remain below advisory levels
through the morning. Light freezing spray early this morning.
Southerly winds increase to gale levels today with building
seas. A Gale Warning is in effect for all the waters starting at
3 PM today.

SHORT TERM: A Storm Watch remains in effect from Thursday
evening through Friday morning. A strong low level jet will
cross the region with the potential for gusts up to 50 kt
Thursday evening into Friday morning. Seas will build to 11 to
16 feet across the outer waters Thursday night into Friday.

&&

.CAR WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
ME...Winter Storm Watch from Thursday evening through Friday
     morning for MEZ001.
     High Wind Watch from Thursday evening through Friday morning
     for MEZ029-030.
MARINE...Storm Watch from Thursday evening through Friday morning for
     ANZ050>052.
     Gale Warning until 6 PM EST Thursday for ANZ050>052.

&&

Near Term...AStrauser/Buster
Short Term...TWD
Long Term...TWD
Aviation...AStrauser/Buster/TWD
Marine...AStrauser/Buster/TWD
Hazardous weather outlook, Feb 16, 4:20 AM EST, 11 hours 7 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Caribou ME
420 AM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

MEZ002>006-010-170930-
Northeast Aroostook-Northern Somerset-Northern Piscataquis-
Northern Penobscot-Southeast Aroostook-Central Piscataquis-
420 AM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Central Highlands Maine, Far
Eastern Maine, Far Northern Maine and North Woods Maine.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Rain is expected to change to a wintry mix of snow, sleet and
freezing rain Thursday night and into Friday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

MEZ001-170930-
Northwest Aroostook-
420 AM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
MORNING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Far Northern Maine.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Watch.

Rain is expected to change to a wintry mix of snow, sleet and
freezing rain Thursday night and into Friday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

MEZ011-015>017-031-032-170930-
Central Penobscot-Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-
Central Washington-Southern Piscataquis-Northern Washington-
420 AM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Central Highlands Maine, Far
Eastern Maine, Interior DownEast Maine and Penobscot Valley Maine.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Strong gusty winds are possible late Thursday night and Friday
morning.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

MEZ029-030-170930-
Coastal Hancock-Coastal Washington-
420 AM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
MORNING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Coastal DownEast Maine.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   High Wind Watch.

Strong to possibly damaging wind gusts are possible late Thursday
night and Friday morning.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

ANZ050>052-170930-
Coastal Waters from Eastport, ME to Schoodic Point, ME out 25 NM-
Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME out 25 NM-
Intra Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME-
420 AM EST Wed Feb 16 2022

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 6 PM EST
THURSDAY...
...STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
MORNING...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for Atlantic Coastal Waters.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Warning.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Gale Warning.
   Storm Watch.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions according to Standard Operating Procedures.

The office that day

Everything else NWS Caribou, ME issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 16, 3:23 AM ESTHigh Wind WatchCARHancock, Washington12 hr
Feb 16, 3:43 AM ESTWinter Storm WatchCARAroostook12 hr
Feb 16, 3:27 PM ESTStorm WarningCAR42 hr
Feb 16, 3:27 PM ESTWind AdvisoryCARHancock, Penobscot, Washington43 hr
Feb 16, 3:30 PM ESTWinter Storm WarningCARAroostook, Piscataquis, Somerset43 hr
Feb 16, 3:30 PM ESTWinter Weather AdvisoryCARAroostook, Penobscot, Piscataquis, Somerset43 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.