The storm, which triggered parking bans in Greater Portland, dropped 4-6 inches of snow across southern Maine.
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Bitter cold blankets Maine, with more snow on the way
While the harsh weather affected drivers, for the most in the area it was business as usual
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Maine’s first deep freeze fills shelters, strands motorists
Shelter staffers patrol Portland streets to look for stragglers and AAA Northern New England responds to hundreds of calls per hour, mostly to deal with dead batteries.
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First the brutal cold, then the snow arrives
A bright and cold day is on tap for southern and central Maine, but snow arrives before dawn Saturday.
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Warming center opens in Augusta as frigid weather hits central Maine
The center at 9 Pleasant St. provides a warm space, warm clothes and social interaction for people looking for a break from the cold.
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Very cold wind chill, snow and more changes in the forecast
Don’t expect a big storm on Saturday, but there may be enough snow to create problems on the roads.
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Will we see a white Christmas this year?
El Nino brought unusual warmth to the area in December 2015. This month has been colder, but warmer air could bring back the bare ground.
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Storm closes central Maine schools, causes car accidents
The Monday storm resulted from a low pressure front that originated in the Great Lakes region and headed eastward, causing warm air to rise above the cold air in New England and produce snowfall, according to the National Weather Service.
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A cold wintry weekend followed by snow on Monday
We are not looking at a big snowstorm Monday, but enough to plow is likely.