Flood Memories Resurface in Montpelier | Montpelier News

Montpelier News Today | 2 Min New | The Daily News Now! · Jul 30, 2026 · 1m

Heavy rain in central Vermont stirred up trauma for those who survived last year’s historic floods — even without direct impact, the storm clouds brought back painful memories. Onion River Outdoors, relocated to a safer floodplain, still feels the emotional weight of last year’s devastation. Capitol Stationers, with its waterline still visible on the window, rebuilt from the ground up — keeping a photo of the damage as a daily reminder of resilience. Montpelier’s fire chief urges residents to prep now: check insurance, maintain sump pumps, clear drains, and know evacuation routes. While the…