WILTON - Maine Department of Transportation crews and contracting partners have been working since last night to respond to road washouts caused by yesterday's intense rainfall. This work will continue into the holiday weekend. The damage is especially severe along parts of Route 133 in Jay and Wilton. This road may remain closed for several days.

MaineDOT is working closely with MEMA and other appropriate state agencies to reopen these roads as soon as practicable. We appreciate the public's patience and understanding as our crews do this important work.

MaineDOT Director of Communications Paul Merrill will be holding a media availability at 3:00 p.m. today at the department's Region 3 office. The address is 932 U.S. Route 2 East in Wilton. MaineDOT expect to be able to provide pictures and drone video of some of the impacted areas.