Will More Rain Worsen Flash Flood Situation in Vermont?

Flash flooding in Vermont has caused devastation in the village of Weston, with the West River overflowing and cutting off the village for several hours on July 10, 2023. Firefighters were forced to move their trucks out of the fire station as the water began to rise, and by 5 a.m., the station was submerged in 5 feet of water. The floodwaters have since receded, but the damage is extensive. The bridge at Lawrence Hill Road was washed out, leaving debris caught in fences and roads in disarray. Residents have been evacuated from their homes and vehicles, with rescue operations ongoing. At least one person has died in the flooding in New York's Hudson Valley.

The situation is expected to worsen as more rain is forecasted for the region. Flash flood warnings have been issued for parts of Vermont, and the upper level low moving through the area is likely to induce more heavy rainfall, posing a high risk of further flooding. The threat is expected to diminish by Tuesday morning, but concerns remain about the saturated ground causing trees and power lines to come down. Flight cancellations and delays are also expected due to the storm system affecting major Northeast hubs.