Monday’s forecast for blizzard conditions has shut down state offices, schools and many businesses in Maine.
The first snowflakes are only starting to fall, but based on expectations of six- to 10-inches of snow and winds in excess of 45 miles per hour, the National Weather Service issued a blizzard warning. A wide swath from the New Jersey coast to Boston could receive up to two feet of snow, combined with winds up to 60 miles per hour.
In Maine, state offices are closed. Most schools called for a snow day, extending what had already been school vacation week.
While essential businesses are open, many offices, service businesses and retail operations are closed.
The Portland International Jetport flight status webpage is showing widespread cancellations. “Winter weather is expected to impact operations Feb. 22-24, 2026. All of our airlines have issued travel advisories. Delays and cancellations are likely,” the jetport said on its website.
No major power outages have been reported, but that is likely to change as the weather moves in.
Portland City Hall is closed on Monday. A City Council meeting scheduled for 5 p.m. on Monday will be held via Zoom.
Early Monday morning, Portland-area streets were quiet. With a parking ban in effect, parked cars were lined up on the Eastern Promenade.
