Maine Drivers Warned of Very Slippery Roads for Evening Commute

Officials a truck crash in Clifton is one of many incidents they're dealing with as driving conditions have become treacherous.

Police Around Maine are Reporting Crashes Due to Road Conditions

The Penobscot County Sheriff's Office says a large truck has crashed on Route 9 in Clifton, near Park's Pond. As of 4:30 Monday afternoon, the road in that area has been reduced to one lane and traffic is being delayed. Facebook scanner pages are full of reports of slide-offs and roll-overs, so drivers are advised to take it slow.

It's Spring, but in Maine that usually means at least one more snowstorm. Today's precipitation is very fine and wet, mixing with rain in some areas, and is making the afternoon and evening commutes very difficult.

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Speed Limits on I-95 Have Been Reduced to 45 mph

The Maine DOT Is advising residents to check the National Weather Service forecast maps before heading out on the road. New England 511 reports speed limits are reduced to 45 mph on the interstate.

My commute home at around 3:00 was okay on the main roads, but once I hit the backroads in Orrington, conditions deteriorated. I encountered wet sand-like snow and a layer of ice underneath that suddenly makes your wheels shift in a scary way, especially if you're traveling too fast.

Maine Officials Say Road Crews are Working to Make Travel As Safe As Possible

The Penobscot County Sheriff's Office asks motorists to slow down and give safety vehicles plenty of time to work. And if you don't have to go out, stay inside, stay warm, and enjoy the sight of one of this season's last 'winter' storms.