New storm threat for Vermont in wake of severe historic floods, U.S.

New storm threat for Vermont in wake of severe historic floods, U.S.

Just as Vermont starts to recover from its worst flooding in nearly a hundred years, the storm system that triggered tornadoes in Chicago on July 12, 2023, is moving eastward, threatening the region with another deluge. As the state’s residents and officials brace for the impending downpour, there are fears that the additional rainfall will exacerbate the already dire situation.

Historic rainfall triggers worst Vermont flood in nearly a century, U.S.

Historic rainfall triggers worst Vermont flood in nearly a century, U.S.

A historic downpour on Monday, July 10, 2023, unleashed a torrent of over 228.6 mm (9 inches) of rain across Vermont, leading to devastating floods, the worst the region has experienced in almost a century. The capital city, Montpelier, found itself in a precarious position as the Wrightsville Dam teetered on the brink of its capacity, a scenario unseen since its construction.