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Tornadoes, Huge Hail Batter Midwest, Plains States; More to Come

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:49:57 +0000

On Sunday, at least 25 tornadoes pummeled states across the Midwest and Great Plains. At least two people died in the storms. Even more harsh weather, and not just tornadoes, is set to hit much of the rest of the country on Monday. Five states—Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas—have been placed on “tornado watch” [...]

Massive Solar Flares Erupt as Maine's PUC Investigates Cost to Protect Electric Infrastructure

Susan Patten — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:58:24 +0000

Electro Magnetic Pulse, or EMP, has been identified as a possible threat to our electric infrastructure and one way an EMP can occur is as the result of a solar flare.

Currently NASA is monitoring massive solar flares that have erupted from the sun over the past few days. Luckily, the coronal mass ejections have not been directed toward earth but many scientists worry that if a powerful flare is directed toward earth it could have a major impact on the electric power system.

Bradford Wildfire Burns 7 Acres

Cindy Campbell — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:13:45 +0000

A wildfire in Bradford has claimed approximately seven acres of land. The blaze started as the result of a permitted burn controlled by the farmer that owns the land. The Maine Forest Service warns that the fire danger is high around the state right now and will only get worse with our expected stretch of hot, dry weather.

Brutal Storms Rip Through South and Midwest, Killing 3; Now Headed East

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:22:43 +0000

A very strong spring storm dumped ice and snow throughout the Midwest on Thursday, and tornadoes tore through much of the South. The storm is now heading for the East Coast. Three people were killed during these events, many more were injured, and the property damage is extensive. The full breadth of the harsh weather [...]

Post Your Bangor Area Business Closings and Delays

Jeff Tuttle — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 14:42:38 +0000

The calendar says April, but (surprise, surprise) Friday is expected to bring some snow to the Bangor area. We wanted to take this time to remind local business owners they can sign up for our free directory of closings and delays. When you sign up for a free business account, information about your hours of operation [...]

Best Storm Description of All Time–5.3 Million Plus Views Can't Be Wrong

Nelson Jewell — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 17:45:02 +0000

I first saw this video of a citizen in southeast Texas give her description of a hailstorm on a major network. I laughed so hard. This lady described the true drama of storm that did a lot of damage. Now I'll warn you in advance, the takeaway word here is: KAPOOOYA!

Love this lady:

Warm Weather Break – Hawaii Cliff Jumping! (Video)

Cindy Campbell — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:28:26 +0000

It’s spring in Maine and we are buried in snow. It’s cold outside. Time to take a virtual warm weather break! Watch this video of cliff jumpers in Hawaii and ask yourself….would you jump? Some of these people jump from really high up….and aim for water that looks pretty narrow from that height. As someone [...]

Digging Out (Video)

Cindy Campbell — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:36:41 +0000

We’re all doing it this morning…digging out of the snow. It’s tough to start the day with a smile when you have to work hard to shovel out, just to go in and work some more. So, hopefully this video will help you to smile a little bit. It’s an oldie….but a goodie! I was [...]

Closings & Delays for the First Day of Spring…Really?

JR Mitchell — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 09:46:19 +0000

Today’s Closings and Delays: All Saints Catholic School – Bangor – Closed AOS # 47 – Dedham & Orrington – Closed AOS # 66 - East Millinocket, Medway & Woodville – Closed AOS # 91 – Mount Desert School System – Closed Augusta Schools – 2 Hour Delay Bangor Schools – Closed Bangor Christian School – [...]

Forget the Snow – Think Spring! [VIDEO]

Cindy Campbell — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 14:21:38 +0000

Before coming to work this morning, I went about the duties needed to get ready for a major snow storm. But all I can think about is spring flowers! I know that they're on the other side of this storm. So I found a video to help us all keep a little spring in our hearts today.