Bangor

[bethgoestoBangor]

hi, i am moving to Bangor..wow, i have read lots of things..but im coming from the deep south, so i have purchased lots of warm clothing..they say layering is the key..i would like to know if anyone can tell me if it floods and where?..so i can say out of that..when will we have our first snow? just an idea..also go with house or apartment?..thanks beth

[fxtrader]

Flooding is not a big issue, particularly in Bangor. Maine is very hilly and the elevation is always changing. The only place flooding would be a concern is right on the coast, rivers or streams and even then it doesn't happen much. There was a flood in northern Maine in 2008 when the Aroostook River and St. John river flooded much of the St. John Valley due to the large amount of snow that year. There was another big flood in 1996 from hurricane Lili. This was mostly in the southern part of the state. There are spring runoff floods once in a while if there is a big snow pack and quick melting, but then again they only affect those close to rivers and streams. You can expect snow in Bangor as early as October and as late as December. It all depends on the year. I have spent almost every Christmas there since 1972 and I am pretty sure they all have been white. Layering is the best, but you will get used to the cold as time goes on. I hardly wear a winter coat unless it is below zero or I am snowmobiling. Other that that a T-shirt and flannel shirt are enough.
I would go with a one year apartment lease in case you don't like it up here and to allow you time to find the best area of town or suburb you would like to live in. There are probably houses you could rent, with the way the economy is. Good Luck! The Bangor area is great.

[bbb3601]

During our visits I have enjoyed being around Bangor. Living in Ohio we obviously have cold weather at times even bitter cold. I liken the Maine cold still slightly different. For me it is hard to explain. I just call it bone cold. During our early spring visit when some melting had begun you will see some water backup etc, but that happens everywhere. During trips out for shopping, driving, etc I found my normal everyday clothing to be fine. Bangor is a neat place, and I doubt you will have any problem finding housing.

[Submariner]

I have not heard of any flooding issues in Bangor. It is pretty hilly.

[truthseeker2012]

Originally Posted by forest beekeeper

I have not heard of any flooding issues in Bangor. It is pretty hilly.

It only floods in forest beekeeper's yard! your safe in Bangor..

[Submariner]

Originally Posted by truthseeker2012

It only floods in forest beekeeper's yard! your safe in Bangor..

LOL

True, and I do not live in Bangor.

There are a bunch of low-laying communities that are alongside of rivers, or who straddle rivers. Many of them are subject to flooding.

When our place flooded, FEMA setup shop across the river from us, in Milford or Greenbush. There were many homes that took serious damage from that flood. We were very fortunate.

[truthseeker2012]

Originally Posted by forest beekeeper

LOL

True, and I do not live in Bangor.

I Know that!

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