Winter Harbor, ME Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THIS EVENING...

WHAT: .The warm air temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s
may cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water
temperatures which are currently in the 50-55 degree range.

WHERE: Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties.

WHEN: From 8 AM EDT this morning through this evening.

IMPACTS: The cold water temperatures can quickly cause
hypothermia to anyone immersed in the waters. Anyone on boats or
paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.

PRECAUTIONARY / PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:

A Beach Hazards Statement is issued on days when a significant
number of boats and paddlecraft are expected to be out on the
water and when warm air temperatures may cause people to
underestimate the danger of the cold water. Paddle smart from the
start. Always wear your life jacket. Be aware of wind conditions,
tides, and localized currents.

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...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SATURDAY TO MIDNIGHT EDT SATURDAY NIGHT...

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Air
Quality has issued an Air Quality Alert for particle pollution from
10 AM Saturday to midnight EDT Saturday night.

Particle pollution levels are expected to rise into the Unhealthy for
Sensitive Groups range during the day on Saturday. Smoke from
wildfires in western Ontario and Manitoba is expected to move back
into Maine during the day on Saturday. Moderate levels of ozone are
also expected for the Mid-Coast including the high elevations of
Acadia National Park.

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.

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM SATURDAY TO 2 PM EDT SUNDAY...

WHAT: Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
seas 5 to 9 ft expected.

WHERE: Coastal Waters from Eastport, ME to Schoodic Point, ME
out 25 NM, Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to
Stonington, ME out 25 NM and Intra Coastal Waters from
Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME.

WHEN: From 3 PM Saturday to 2 PM EDT Sunday.

IMPACTS: Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY / PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

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