Dec 18, 2023
Low pressure began organizing in the Gulf of Mexico on the 16th, setting record low sea level pressures as it traversed the Southeast through the 17th. Strong high pressure over the North Atlantic created a deep southeasterly flow that drew warm air into New England ahead of the approaching storm. By the time precipitation arrived on the evening of the 17th, temperatures were warm enough for rain everywhere except the highest peaks. Early on the 18th a shortwave trough was approaching from the G
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1151029). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Kennebec County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.