Winter storm prompts Gov. Mills to close Maine state offices on Christmas Eve
Winter storm prompts Gov. Mills to close Maine state offices on Christmas Eve ===
Gov. Janet Mills will close all Maine state offices Dec. 24 as a winter storm brings hazardous travel and “extremely dangerous” conditions to much of the state.
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Author: NEWS CENTER Maine Staff
Published: 3:06 PM EST December 23, 2025
Updated: 3:06 PM EST December 23, 2025
AUGUSTA, Maine — With a winter storm expected to create hazardous travel conditions across Maine, Gov. Janet Mills has ordered all state government offices closed on Wednesday, Dec. 24.
Forecasters predict widespread snowfall beginning Tuesday afternoon and continuing into Wednesday morning, with some areas facing "extremely dangerous travel conditions," according to the National Weather Service.
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"This storm is anticipated to create slick travel on Christmas Eve," Mills said in a statement. "If you’re traveling on Tuesday or Wednesday, please take necessary precautions to arrive safely at your holiday destination. Give plenty of room to plowing crews and first responders working to keep people safe. I wish Maine people a safe and Merry Christmas."
The closure applies to all state offices statewide. The Maine Emergency Management Agency said it is coordinating with the Department of Transportation, Maine’s electric utilities, and local emergency management partners as the storm approaches.
Travelers are urged to monitor road conditions and plan for potential delays.
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Source: NCM Weather
Locations: Portland, Bangor, Augusta
Region: Central