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natural-disasters2 years ago

Middlebury Flooding: Rescues, Road Closures, and Sinkholes

Three people were rescued from the roof of a car in Middlebury, Vermont, after attempting to drive through high water and being swept away by flash flooding. Several roads in Addison County are closed due to the flooding, including Route 116 and VT-125. Residents are advised to avoid driving in flooded areas and to check the 5-1-1 website for updates on road closures.

natural-disasters2 years ago

Otter Creek's Rising Waters Keep Rescue Teams on Alert

Rescue teams are on standby as Otter Creek in Middlebury, Vermont, is expected to reach flood levels, with water levels already at 7 feet, the highest since 1994. The river is projected to rise to 9.5 feet on Monday morning, fall at night, and rise again on Tuesday morning, posing a threat to nearby homes and businesses. The Middlebury Fire Department's swift water rescue team and a crew from Michigan are prepared for potential evacuations, while residents are advised to pack a to-go bag in case immediate assistance is unavailable.

accidents2 years ago

Fatal Wrong-Way Crash on I-84 in Middlebury.

Two drivers died in a wrong-way crash on I-84 in Middlebury, Connecticut, early Sunday morning. A Toyota Prius was driving eastbound when a Mitsubishi Eclipse driving the wrong way hit the Toyota head-on. Both drivers, identified as 23-year-old Leticia Dourado and 45-year-old Mathew Marquis, succumbed to their injuries. The highway was initially shut down for investigation but has since reopened.