Low Risk Vermont  ·  Noreaster / Ice Storm / Otter Creek Flooding / Middlebury College

Middlebury VT

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  VERMONT

4 / 10
Threat Score
Population
8,496
Elevation
390
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Noreaster / Ice Storm / Otter Creek Flooding / Middlebury College
County FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Middlebury in Addison County is home to Middlebury College and sits on Otter Creek. Tropical Storm Irene 2011 caused catastrophic Otter Creek flooding in Middlebury. Noreaster storms and ice storms are regular hazards.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score4 / 10   Low
Primary HazardNoreaster / Ice Storm / Otter Creek Flooding / Middlebury College
FEMA Flood ZoneLow
County FEMA Declarations6
Last Major EventIrene 2011

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (802) 388-8100
Evacuation RoutesState and US highways
Elevation390 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Addison County VT
Vermont · Flash Flooding / Winter Storm
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5/10
Low Risk