Wiscasset’s TextMyGov service, available for signup at wiscasset.org, released the following statements Monday afternoon, Dec. 18:

“The town is experiencing heavy tree damage, widespread power outage and minor flooding. Rt 218 is closed between Old Sheepscot Road and Blagdon Ridge Road. Lowelltown Road is closed from Willow Lane to the four corners. If you do not have to be out please stay off the roads.”

“The town office will be closing at 3:00 p.m. today (Monday, Dec. 18).”

“The Climate Action Team Meeting for tonight has been cancelled.”