Governor Mills Surveys Flood Damage in New Harbor, Urges Maine People to Prepare for Weekend Storm

"The damage I saw today in New Harbor was devastating -- and it's representative of the destruction Maine people are experiencing up and down the coast. I ask anyone who endured property damage from this week's storm to report it to the State of Maine by dialing 211 or visiting my Administration's online Maine Flood Resources & Assistance Hub where they will find the appropriate online reporting portals. By reporting damage, Maine people are providing critical information that will help the State secure the maximum amount of Federal assistance possible to help impacted communities recover and rebuild.

While we are still assessing the full extent of the damage, it's clear that this week's devastating flooding has put coastal Maine in a vulnerable situation as we brace for tomorrow's storm. I strongly urge Maine people, particularly those along the coast, to take this storm seriously, to prepare for it, and to follow the advice of local emergency management officials. We are encouraging people to stay away from the coast if possible. While the storm surge will likely be smaller than earlier this week, we are expecting a larger swing in the tides which means that folks should expect serious flooding again. With high winds, there is also the likelihood of power outages. MEMA's Emergency Operations Center will be at full activation tomorrow, and we will continue to monitor the storm's impacts and respond accordingly. Please do your part by preparing and taking precautions to stay safe. Remember, it is never safe to walk through flowing water, drive through flooded areas, or drive around road barriers."

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