February 25, 2010

We are only part way into this slow moving storm system and currently have 7 inches of new heavy snow.

Forecast for Central Somerset
Updated: 3:13 PM EST on February 25, 2010
Winter Storm Warning in effect until 7 PM EST Friday... Wind Advisory in effect until 4 am EST Friday...

Tonight
Snow. Snow accumulation of 6 to 10 inches. Windy. Lows around 30. East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Chance of snow near 100 percent.

Friday
Snow. Storm total accumulation of 15 to 30 inches. Brisk with highs in the lower 30s. East winds 20 to 25 mph...diminishing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. Chance of snow near 100 percent.

Friday Night
Snow likely. Additional snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible. Lows in the lower 20s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow 70 percent.

Saturday
Snow likely. Additional moderate snow accumulation possible. Highs in the lower 30s. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow 70 percent.

Saturday Night
Snow likely. Additional moderate snow accumulation possible. Lows in the lower 20s. Light and variable winds. Chance of snow 70 percent.

GROOMING REPORT

Believe me, groomers have been waiting for this storm. Everyone is eager to get out and work it. Route 66 north of Rockwood toward Jackman and Pittston Farm is being Thursday night and on a regular 5 night per week schedule. Groomers may also be out during the day after the heavy snow so please ride with caution.

ICE REPORT:

Moosehead Lake is now completely covered with heavy snow. The ice depth measures 15-18 inches in most all locations. The trail has been marked from Mt. Kineo to Rockwood in the following direction. West to Rockwood's Public Landing at Kineo Docks, Green trail to Moosehead Motel near the mouth of the Moose River and along Rt 66 to The Birches Resort. Please stay on the marked trails. There are a few large pressure ridges that bisect the north end of Moosehead. Ice conditions vary greatly depending on the body of water and location. With all the recent mild temps, outlets and inlets have receeded with thin ice. Please stay on the marked trails.

Amy Lane