Southern Maine Braces for Saturday Night Soaker

Southern Maine is expected to experience heavy rain and wind on Saturday evening and overnight, with the potential for street flooding and flash flooding if rain persists over the same areas. A general 1-3 inches of rain is likely, with locally higher amounts possible. Urban locations in Portland and the Midcoast should be watched closely. The weekend will be a 50/50 split between a near washout and beautiful conditions. Stay tuned to Maine's Total Weather team for updates.