Assessing Vermont's Flooding After Heavy Rainfall: Recovery and Impacts

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.