Essex in Chittenden County is the most populous Vermont town and a Burlington suburb. Noreaster storms and ice storms are regular winter hazards. The Winooski River watershed creates flooding risk in the broader Chittenden County area.
// 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 |
| Primary Hazard | Noreaster / Ice Storm / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2023 July Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (802) 878-1341 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 394 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Chittenden County VT
Vermont · Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
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5/10
Low Risk
// Other Cities in Chittenden County VT
Winooski VT
Winooski River Flooding / Nor'easter
6/10
Moderate
Milton VT
Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Moderate
Williston VT
Flooding / Winter Storm
5/10
Moderate
Burlington VT
Flooding / Nor'easter
6/10
Moderate
Colchester VT
Noreaster / Lake Champlain Flooding / Ice Storm
4/10
Low
South Burlington VT
Winter Storm / Flooding / Infrastructure Disruption
5/10
Moderate