Assessing Vermont's Flooding After Heavy Rainfall: Recovery and Impacts
TL;DR
Vermont officials are assessing the damage caused by heavy rainfall that flooded towns, closed roads, and prompted several rescues. Most rivers in the state are receding, except for the lower Winooski River, which is still at major flood stage. No injuries or deaths have been reported. Some municipalities, such as Montpelier, escaped major damage, while others, like Johnson, experienced flooding in basements. Road closures and damage to infrastructure are being addressed, and repairs are estimated to cost upwards of $250,000. The storm brought record-breaking rainfall and warm temperatures, exacerbating the flooding.
- Vermonters assess flooding damage after heavy Monday rainfall VTDigger
- Scott says it appears worst of flooding over in most parts of Vermont WCAX
- Gov. Phil Scott holds flood recovery press briefing WPTZ
- More Vermont flooding at Winooski River in Montpelier, Mad River Valley Burlington Free Press
- As water recedes, the community assesses impacts — again — Waterbury Roundabout Waterbury Roundabout
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