Southern Vermont Flood Watch | Montpelier News

Montpelier News Today | 2 Min New | The Daily News Now! · Jul 29, 2026 · 1m

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…