St. Johnsbury the shire town of Caledonia County is the largest community in Vermont Northeast Kingdom. Noreaster storms and ice storms are extremely severe in this remote northern Vermont region. The Passumpsic River creates flooding risk. The Northeast Kingdom is one of the most isolated regions in the eastern US.
// 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 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Noreaster / Ice Storm / Flooding / Northeast Kingdom |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2023 July Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (802) 748-3145 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 588 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Caledonia County VT
Vermont · Winter Storm / Flash Flooding
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4/10
Low Risk