Vermont Flood Recovery Gets New Funding | Montpelier News

Vermont’s getting a major boost with $12 million in new FEMA funds to repair flood-damaged roads, bridges, and even the Green Mountain Railroad—damage from 2023 and 2024 floods. Senator Peter Welch announced the aid, highlighting federal commitment to recovery. Specific towns like Roxbury, Brookfield, Hinesburg, Plainfield, and Fayston each receive millions for targeted repairs, while the state’s transportation agency gets over $10 million for rail restoration. With businesses depending on these routes to move goods, Secretary Joe Flynn stressed urgency. Welch has been pushing for disaster relief since last July, including recent efforts to streamline aid and secure another $33 million for buyouts and flood prevention. While this funding offers hope, it underscores the long road to recovery—and the need for resilience against future climate disasters. 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. Sources: https://www.rutlandherald.com/news/local/vermont-receives-millions-of-dollars-in-fema-funds-from-july-floods-of-2023-and-2024/article_bb893f80-e948-58fc-8771-372ea711b280.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e68ccfd8e8f6fd12 Report issues to [email protected].