UPDATED: Due to widespread power outages, state offices in Ellsworth, Rockland and Boothbay Harbor will be closed today.

Gov. Paul R. LePage has announced that due to widespread power outages, opening of state offices in Ellsworth, Rockland and West Boothbay Harbor will be delayedtoday until noon.

If power is restored by 10 a.m., some or all of the offices may reopen at noon. Employees and the public should watch for updates to determine if the offices will reopen.

All other state offices are open during normal business hours today.

“I urge all of you to drive safely as you commute to your destination. Drive slowly so you can adjust to changing road conditions. Please remember to keep a safe distance behind other vehicles and give plow trucks plenty of room to operate,” said LePage.