Franklin County VT in Vermont faces winter storm / flash flooding risk across its 637 square mile area. St. Albans near the Canadian border serves this northwest Vermont county. Franklin 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 | 4 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Winter Storm / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2023 July Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (802) 524-7940 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Franklin County VT |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| Population | 49 |
| Area | 637 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Vermont Counties
Orange County VT
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Low
Washington County VT
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Moderate
Rutland County VT
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Moderate
Addison County VT
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Low
Bennington County VT
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Low
Chittenden County VT
Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Low