Southern Vermont Flood Watch | Montpelier News

Southern Vermont braced for impact as heavy rains rolled in, but thanks to last year’s trauma and this year’s razor-sharp preparedness, major flooding was narrowly avoided. Emergency crews, including Vermont Task Force One and a specialized Swiftwater rescue team from Vermont Urban Search and Rescue, were on high alert — deploying boats, gear, and even a search dog to Ludlow and Wilmington, the region’s most vulnerable spots. With residents already primed from past disasters — clearing gutters, monitoring waterways — and officials acting fast, the community turned potential chaos into calm, proving that readiness truly saves lives. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3c2fa6c221f87745