Mainers urged to stay alert amid severe weather threat [Video]

MAINE, USA — Multiple weather and public safety agencies across the state are encouraging people in New England to be prepared, as much of Maine and New Hampshire have been placed under severe weather threat Sunday. 

The National Weather Service Gray said on social media “all hazards are on the table” as severe thunderstorms are expected to sweep across both states Sunday afternoon into the evening. Damaging 70 mph winds, flash flooding, hail, and possible isolated tornadoes are expected, according to the NWS, and power outages are likely. 

Parts of western and southern Maine have been placed under a tornado watch Sunday afternoon that will be in effect until 8 p.m., according to the NWS. Androscoggin, Cumberland, Franklin, Oxford, and York Counties are included. 

“Residents and tourists are urged to pay attention to weather alerts,” MEMA Director Pete Rogers said. “Authorities may tell you to shelter in place if …