Portland, ME – Drivers across Maine and parts of New Hampshire are being urged to prepare for potentially dangerous travel conditions Tuesday afternoon and evening as heavy snow showers and snow squalls move through the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Gray, brief but intense bursts of snow are expected to develop Tuesday, mainly affecting the mountains and foothills of New Hampshire, as well as western Maine and the Midcoast region. These squalls could lead to sudden whiteout conditions, gusty winds, and slick roadways, particularly during the late-day commute.
Forecasters warn that visibility could drop rapidly, making travel treacherous within minutes. “Travel could quickly become very dangerous due to rapid reductions in visibility, gusty winds, and slick roadways,” the Weather Service stated in an advisory Monday afternoon.
Motorists are urged to delay travel if a Snow Squall Warning is issued. Those already on the road are advised to slow down, turn on headlights, and pull safely to the side if conditions deteriorate.
Temperatures will remain below freezing through the evening, increasing the risk of icy surfaces overnight.
The system is expected to move east by late Tuesday evening, with calmer and colder weather returning overnight into Wednesday.
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