Essex County VT in Vermont faces winter storm / flash flooding risk across its 665 square mile area. Guildhall serves this tiny remote Northeast Kingdom Vermont county. Essex 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 | 2019 Winter Storm |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (802) 723-4770 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Essex County VT |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| Population | 6 |
| Area | 665 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// 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