BERLIN, Vt. (WCAX) – As Vermonters work to recover from yet another round of devastating flooding, the governor and other state officials will give a news briefing on Wednesday detailing the state’s ongoing response.
It’s scheduled to start at noon. You can watch it in the player above when it begins or click here for a direct link.
The latest flooding hit hardest in the Northeast Kingdom, washing out roads and prompting evacuations after some communities got as much as 8 inches of rain, breaking all previous records. And there is still rain ahead in the forecast. Click here for the latest forecast.
The National Weather Service called it a one-in-1,000-year event. It came just two weeks after the last round of flooding ripped through our region, and just over a year after the previous flooding.
State officials have urged Vermonters to report all damage to their homes and businesses to 211 in an effort to help the state trigger the release of funds from FEMA.
There are numerous road closures, primarily in the Northeast Kingdom. For the latest updates, you can visit New England 511. Keep in mind that 511 only lists state road closures, there may be other local road closures.
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OFFICIALS URGE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Vermont officials are urging those in flood-impacted areas to take basic safety precautions.
That includes turning off electrical power when there is standing water or fallen power lines. Don’t attempt to walk or drive through water, even if it seems safe. Move to higher ground as soon as you see water rising near your house. Dial 211 to find a shelter near you. And after water levels go down, make sure to test your water for contamination.