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    Catastrophic flooding swamped Vermont’s capital as …

    • Intense rainstorms that inundated the Northeast turned streets into rivers, forced evacuations and prompted officials in Vermont’s capital, Montpelier, to close the downtown area.… See more

    One resident saw water ‘rising quickly’

    As the rain lessens in Vermont, Scott cautioned against a false sense of complacency. “The water … See more

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    Rainfall is at 300% to 500% of normal

    Seven-day rainfall totals across much of the Northeast were already at 300% to 500% of normal levels, the Weather Prediction Center said Monday.
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    Water rushing into homes

    In Vermont, state Rep. Kelly Pajala said she woke up Monday morning to floodwater already at the front step of her Londonderry apartment. She and her son packed up their two ca… See more

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    Montpelier inundated as floodwater covers capital’s streets
    MONTPELIER — As a powerful storm engulfed the state on Monday, Vermont’s capital flooded to the first floor of its main streets after several inches of rain overflowed intersecting b…
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  1. Montpelier, Vermont experienced flooding on Monday, July 10, 2023, due to swollen rivers. Swift water rescue teams ferried 19 people from flooded homes to dry land, and evacuated another 25 individuals whose dwellings were in the path of fast-rising waters1. The flooding effectively shut down 120 businesses, left more than 50 residents homeless, threw the workings of much of state government into disarray, and caused upwards of $5 million in damage2. At 17.5 feet, water covered the streets in downtown Montpelier, and local roads along the Winooski from Montpelier to Waterbury were covered in water, with widespread field flooding3.
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    As of 11 a.m., swift water rescue teams had ferried 19 people from flooded homes to dry land, and evacuated another 25 individuals whose dwellings were in the path of fast-rising waters, state officials said. Flooding on Route 12 in Middlesex on the way into Montpelier on Monday, July 10, 2023. (Liam Elder-Connors/Vermont Public)

    Flooding hits Vermont communities hard…

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    In less than an hour, the 2 swollen rivers effectively shut down 120 businesses, left more than 50 residents homeless, threw the workings of much of state government into disarray, and caused upwards of $5 million in damage.

    Flood of 1992 | Montpelier, VT

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    Winooski River at Montpelier At 17.5 feet, Water covers the streets in downtown Montpelier. Local roads along the Winooski from Montpelier to Waterbury will be covered in water, and there will be widespread field flooding.

    Several rivers expected to reach major flo…

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    Will Montpelier see a flood in Waterbury?
    Officials are warning much of Montpelier will see by morning. And in Waterbury, even the state's emergency operations center has sent workers home to work remotely in anticipation of flooding. There have been at least 50 swift water rescues performed today, emergency responders said.

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    Is Montpelier flooded?
    The city and surrounding communities saw “record-breaking flooding” in two days, Montpelier officials said Tuesday afternoon. The city’s downtown area remains flooded and is not safe for public travel, they added. The city was hammered by a record-setting 5.28 inches of rainfall Monday, the National Weather Service in Burlington said.

    Catastrophic flooding swamped Vermont’s capital as intense storms

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    Will Montpelier's state government buildings reopen after flooding?
    MONTPELIER — As with most of the capital’s downtown, many state government buildings face a long recovery before they can be fully open to employees and the public. The flooding earlier this month affected 22 state buildings in Montpelier, said Jennifer Fitch, commissioner of the Department of Buildings and General Services, in an interview.

    22 state buildings took a hit in Montpelier’s flooding. It will be

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    What roads are flooded in Vermont?
    Flooding on Route 12 in Middlesex on the way into Montpelier on Monday. Flooding on Route 103 in Rockingham on Monday evening at about 6:47 p.m. Flooding from the Winooski River surrounds the Bolton town sign late Monday afternoon. Vermont officials have urged people not to attempt crossing flooded roadways, such as this road in Clarendon.

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    Where is flood water pumped out in Montpelier?
    Flood water is pumped out of Hugo's Bar & Grill on Main Street in Montpelier on Wednesday morning. Caitlin Mather carries cleanup supplies down State Street in Montpelier on Wednesday morning. North Williston Road in Essex remained flooded on Wednesday morning as the Winooski River remained in major flood stage.

    Live updates: Vermont prepares for more severe weather after days of

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    What's going on with Vermont flooding?
    Scott administration officials held a media briefing Tuesday at 11 a.m. offering an update on the ongoing flooding battering Vermont. Here are some of the key takeaways: As of 9:30 a.m. officials say there have been no reported injuries or deaths. There have been more than 100 swift water rescues so far.

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    Montpelier inundated as floodwater covers capital’s …

    Jul 10, 2023 · MONTPELIER — As a powerful storm engulfed the state on Monday, Vermont’s capital flooded to the first floor of its main streets after several inches of rain overflowed intersecting branches of...

  5. Grist
    https://grist.org/housing/the-flood-that-forced-a...

    The flood that forced a housing reckoning in Vermont

  6. VTDigger
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    22 state buildings took a hit in Montpelier’s flooding. It …

    Jul 27, 2023 · 22 state buildings took a hit in Montpelier’s flooding. It will be months before some reopen. Water entered the basements and reached the first floor of some buildings — including those...

  7. Vermont Public
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    Live updates: Major flooding causes road closures and

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  9. VTDigger
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    Under water: Read VTDigger’s full coverage of …

    Jul 11, 2024 · The remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl battered central and northern Vermont with rain late Wednesday through early Thursday — killing at least two people, leading to more than 100 rescues,...

  10. Vermont Public
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    How Montpelier, Vermont residents are faring …

    Jul 12, 2023 · The city of Montpelier experienced its worst flooding in living memory on Monday and Tuesday, and some businesses and residents aren't sure when, or if, they’ll be able to recover.

  11. Seven Days
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    Rising Rivers Cause Catastrophic Flooding in Montpelier, Barre

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    Vermont flooding: Rising waters in Montpelier visible …

    Jul 17, 2023 · MONTPELIER, Vt. —. Flooding in Vermont's capitol city was among the worst damage seen during last week's storm, and new satellite images show that the waters seeping through the downtown area ...

  13. Vermont Public
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    Live updates: Vermont prepares for more severe …

    Jul 14, 2023 · Rivers have crested across Vermont, though many remain above flood stage and could still pose a threat. The Winooski River in Montpelier is around 12 feet this morning after peaking at 21 feet yesterday. It is now below …