Reports from some areas in Vermont indicate that there was a significant increase in rainfall, with seven to eight additional inches falling overnight.
Following the devastating impact of Hurricane Beryl a few weeks ago, Vermont experienced another round of severe weather recently.
From July 29 to the morning of July 30, slow-moving storms brought heavy rainfall to the state, with certain regions receiving up to seven to eight inches, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) station in Burlington as reported by The Epoch Times.
The most affected area was the northeast corner of the state known as the “Northeast Kingdom,” encompassing towns like Lyndon and St. Johnsbury.
This region experienced major flash flooding and landslides were also reported.
During the night, over two dozen boat rescues were conducted by the Vermont Emergency Management Agency, with some residents needing to shelter in place due to the dangerous conditions.
As of July 31, Vermont remained under a flood watch, with the NWS monitoring potential storms in the area. Thankfully, no new flood-related fatalities had been reported.
NWS meteorologist Jessica Neiles highlighted floods as a significant threat to the state, with ongoing efforts to enhance flood forecasting and raise awareness of risks.
The state is also working on implementing floodplain standards to mitigate future damage.
Despite the flooding, Lake Champlain was not at risk of flooding due to the topography of the area.
Recovery efforts are underway following the impact of Hurricane Beryl, which caused extensive damage earlier in the month, including washed-out roads, destroyed bridges, and flooded farmlands.
Residents are still reeling from the previous floods, with one individual expressing disbelief at the extent of the current damage compared to the previous storm.
Neiles mentioned that July might set records for rainfall in various parts of the state, emphasizing the unusual nature of the flooding events for this time of year.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
