Williston is a prosperous Chittenden County suburb east of Burlington, with flooding risk from the Winooski River tributaries and consistent nor'easter exposure. The 2011 and 2023 flood events affected the broader Winooski watershed that surrounds the town. Its position as a retail and commercial hub for the Burlington metro means disruptions during winter storms affect a wide regional customer base.
// 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 | Flooding / Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| County FEMA Declarations | 6 |
| Last Major Event | 2023 July Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 802-878-5121 |
| 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
Burlington VT
Flooding / Nor'easter
6/10
Moderate
Essex VT
Noreaster / Ice Storm / Flooding
4/10
Low
Colchester VT
Noreaster / Lake Champlain Flooding / Ice Storm
4/10
Low
South Burlington VT
Winter Storm / Flooding / Infrastructure Disruption
5/10
Moderate