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Storm Update

The Maine Department of Transportation (Maine DOT) is managing a significant snowstorm with 430 plow trucks and 125,000 tons of salt. The storm is expected to last 12-18 hours, with high winds complicating visibility. Rebecca Grover from the Maine Turnpike Authority advises caution, noting that roads may freeze and visibility will be poor. Senior meteorologist Joe Lundberg predicts 3-6 inches of snow in Portland, with gusts up to 50 mph. Additional storms are expected on Wednesday and possibly Thursday. The storms are expected to continue into early next week, posing ongoing challenges for road crews and drivers.

 

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