FARMINGTON, Maine — Emergency officials in Franklin County are warning those in the Farmington area against traveling for the time being due to flooding.
The Farmington Fire Department told NEWS CENTER Maine all roads in the area are closed as of 8 p.m. Monday, with floodwaters expected to continue rising until 2 a.m. Tuesday and take a while to subside.
There are multiple power outages in the area, the fire department said.
Residents are being encouraged to stay put as the town is "essentially completely flooded and isolated," according to the Franklin County Emergency Management Agency.
Residents are advised to stay at higher grounds.
Gov. Janet Mills emphasized extreme caution and concern for people across the state in a news release sent Monday evening.
"I strongly urge all Maine people to stay off the roads if possible. If you must travel, please exercise caution and be sure to provide plenty of room for emergency first responders and for crews that are restoring power and clearing roadways," Mills said, in part. "We will continue to closely monitor the impact of the storm overnight, and we urge folks to stay vigilant and safe."