Bennington County VT in Vermont faces flash flooding / winter storm risk across its 676 square mile area. Bennington serves this southwest Vermont corner county near New York and Massachusetts. Bennington serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Flash Flooding / Winter Storm |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 6 |
| Last Major Event | Irene 2011 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (802) 442-8528 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Bennington County VT |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| Population | 36 |
| Area | 676 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Vermont Counties
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Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Low
Washington County VT
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Moderate
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Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Moderate
Addison County VT
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Low
Chittenden County VT
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Low
Lamoille County VT
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Low