Hurricane Earl is projected to impact Bar Harbor sometime Friday, September 3, 2010 into Saturday September 4, 2010. Large amounts of rain, winds and surf are possible. Boaters are advised to secure their crafts. Residents along the immediate shoreline should monitor this dangerous storm closely. The Town of Bar Harbor Fire Department is prepared to respond to emergencies, however, the department will not be able to respond to reports of downed trees and power lines until it is safe to venture into the elements.
More information on how to prepare for the storm from the State of Maine.
To monitor the storm visit the National Weather Service / National Hurricane Center.
If you have an emergency, please call 9-1-1 and the appropriate service will be dispatched.
For power outages, contact Bangor Hydro Electric directly (1-800-440-1111) Bangor Hydro Outage Center Website