Thousands in central Maine lose power as winter storm grips region

A massive storm that has rolled across the U.S. blew into central Maine on Friday with heavy rain and wind gusts up to 65 mph.

Heavy rain leads to flooding across area

In Androscoggin County, a flood advisory went out at about 8 p.m. and was to remain in effect until 10 p.m.

Flood of 1896 washed out bridges, buildings along the length of the Androscoggin River

Officials predict normal to below-normal spring flooding

The Maine River Flow Advisory Commission meets virtually Thursday to discuss ice conditions and possibility of drought this spring.

Kennebec River flooding only minor in Augusta, Hallowell

Water levels exceeded the minor flood stage by less than a foot on Tuesday afternoon.

Record-setting rainfall swells rivers, floods roads across southern Maine

A total of 3.37 inches is recorded at Portland International Jetport, breaking the previous Dec. 14 record of 1.74 inches, set in 1917.

More rain raises flooding concerns along Maine’s rivers

The Androscoggin and Kennebec rivers are the most vulnerable to flooding.

Wet weather that won’t go away keeps flood risk up on Maine rivers

Though water levels recede, the National Weather Service has flood warnings for the Kennebec River and the Androscoggin near the New Hampshire border, and more rain is forecast Friday.

Danger of river floods in Maine to last through Monday

The most severe flooding is expected in Aroostook County, but the Kennebec River went over its banks in the Augusta area on Sunday, and the Saco River crested late Saturday.

Spring flood risk above normal across Maine

The potential for flooding is well above normal and will likely last a few weeks, according to an official from the US Geological Survey.