Historic coastal flooding expected in Maine Saturday: What you should know

Maine (WMTW) - Saturday’s storm is expected to bring historical coastal flooding to Maine. This comes only four days after another storm flooded streets and damaged buildings.

Peak storm surge is expected to reach 2.5 to 3 feet, with moderate to major coastal flooding in Coastal York, Coastal Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox, and Coastal Waldo County.

Forecasters expect many coastal communities will see damage to homes, businesses and other structures due to an inundation of water three feet or higher.

Residents should “expect water in areas you have never seen before in the Gulf of Maine coastline.”

A coastal flood warning is also in effect from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.

“Many coastal communities will experience damage,” the National Weather Service says.

Heavy flooding could leave communities isolated and evacuations may be necessary.

At the beaches, breaking waves are expected to cause “considerable erosion.” Those in the area should expect splash-over onto roadways.

If you are in a flood-prone area and traveling, do not drive around barricades or through waters.