Hurricane Bill’s projected path seems far enough from the Maine coast to have a minimal impact, but Lincoln County’s Emergency Management Agency has been monitoring it closely.
Deputy director Kim Kaiser said Friday afternoon the county agency had just consulted with MEMA (Maine Emergency Management Agency) on update information and preparations the general public should take.
“We’re telling our EMA directors to beware of high tides and swells,” she said.
Because the projected storm track was so far from the shore, authorities expect some rain and only light winds. However, some beach erosion could be possible.
“People should make sure they’re ready with water in storage,” Kaiser said. “Also, people should beware of the points on Sunday because of high tides.”
Kaiser said weather experts say tides could be 15-20 feet high with a 15-second duration.
In general, she advised citizens to use typical good knowledge and be very careful. She said it would be a good idea to have emergency kits on hand with flashlights, batteries, and all.
In the meantime, the county EMA plans to be vigilant and prepared with emergency teams, emergency shelters for residents, and even CART (County Animal Rescue Team) to take care of animals in need of shelter.
If anything changes in the weather pattern and path of Hurricane Bill, the EMA will issue warnings and instruction, Kaiser said,