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FLOOD NEWS
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LAKE CHAMPLAIN FLOODING
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FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY TO FEMA FOR DISASTER RELIEF, CLICK BELOW FOR A FLYER IN ENGLISH OR FRENCH:
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FEDERAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE:
FEMA has granted an Individual Assistance Disaster Declaration for seven counties (Addison, Chittenden, Grand Isle, Franklin, Lamoille, Essex, and Orleans Counties). Federal grants are available for home repairs, replacement of critical contents for homeowners and renters, and temporary housing among other services. Call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) or visit www.disasterassitance.gov to register for federal disaster assistance. These seven counties also qualify for disaster loans from the Small Business Administration. That means businesses and homeowners whose repair costs exceed the $30,000 FEMA cap can receive loans from the SBA. Visit http://www.sba.gov/category/navigation-structure/loans-grants/small-business-loans/disaster-loans
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FEMA has granted an Individual Assistance Disaster Declaration for seven counties (Addison, Chittenden, Grand Isle, Franklin, Lamoille, Essex, and Orleans Counties). Federal grants are available for home repairs, replacement of critical contents for homeowners and renters, and temporary housing among other services. Call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) or visit www.disasterassitance.gov to register for federal disaster assistance. These seven counties also qualify for disaster loans from the Small Business Administration. That means businesses and homeowners whose repair costs exceed the $30,000 FEMA cap can receive loans from the SBA. Visit http://www.sba.gov/category/navigation-structure/loans-grants/small-business-loans/disaster-loans
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FLOODPLAIN & WATERWAY REGULATIONS:
For information on federal, state, and municipal regulations that affect property in floodplains, waterways, and wetlands, please click on one of the following links:
For information on federal, state, and municipal regulations that affect property in floodplains, waterways, and wetlands, please click on one of the following links:
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For additional information on Vermont floodplain regulations, click: http://www.vtwaterquality.org
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FLOOD ZONE PERMIT MAY BE REQUIRED BY TOWN OF HIGHGATE:
Under the National Flood Insurance Program, a permit is required under the Highgate Flood Hazard Zoning Regulations for certain development or repairs in the mapped flood hazard area.
If a structure in the flood hazard area has sustained significant damage (with the cost of repairs being at least 50% of the value of the structure before the damage) then any repair must be part of an application to substantially improve the structure and it must come into compliance with the Highgate Flood Hazard Zoning Regulations.
Administrative Officers must determine if a structure in the flood hazard area has been substantially damaged. For structures with flood insurance, this determination also provides access to additional funds for recovery.
For more information about determinations of "substantial damage" please see the materials posted at the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation website: http://vtwaterquality.org/rivers/docs/rv_sub_damage.pdf
Technical assistance is also available. If you have any questions, need further assistance regarding the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), or have any problems accessing the on-line information, please contact:
Rebecca Pfeiffer (802) 241-4597 rebecca.pfeiffer@state.vt.us
Kari Dolan (802) 241-1544 kari.dolan@state.vt.us
Preston Bristow, CFM
Floodplain Management
Vermont DEC
103 So. Main St., Bldg. 10N
Waterbury, VT 05671-0408
802.241.4805
Flood Hazard Management Website:
http://www.vtwaterquality.org/rivers/htm/rv_floodhazard.htm
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ONLINE FLOOD RESOURCES: Vermonters seeking information on emergency management efforts within the
state and how to apply for federal assistance can visit the Vermont Emergency
Management website. To learn more about the Federal Emergency Management Agency and federal
assistance, please visit the
FEMA website.
SAND BAGS: Although the floodwaters have started to recede, sand bags are still available, if needed, in the Town Administrator's office in the Town Office Building @ 2996 VT Route 78 in Highgate Center. The Selectboard has approved allowing Highgate property owners to fill the bags at the town's large sandpile across from the sand shed on Transfer Station Road. Please call David Jescavage, the Town Administrator with any questions. Updates on FEMA's response to the flooding will be posted as new information becomes available.
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ROAD CLOSURES
For information on state highway closures, call 511 or visit: http://511.vermont.gov/main.jsf
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INFORMATION LINKS FOR FLOODED PROPERTIES
Here are some links on mold after a flood from Chad Spooner, VT Dept. of Health.
http://www.healthvermont.gov/enviro/water/flood.aspx (before & after a flood)
http://www.cdc.gov/mold/faqs.htm (mold)
http://www.cdc.gov/mold/strats_fungal_growth.htm (mold)
http://www2.redcross.org/static/file_cont333_lang0_150.pdf (excellentdocument)
http://vem.vermont.gov/press/5.13.11_return (flooding health & safety precautions) http://vem.vermont.gov/home/floodfaq_6.3.11 (frequently asked flood questions)
Chad Spooner, Public Health Specialist: Emergency Preparedness
Vermont Department of Health, Saint Albans District Office
20 Houghton Street Suite 312, Saint Albans, VT 05478
Email: chad.spooner@ahs.state.vt.us
Phone: (802) 527-5572 Fax: (802) 527-5405
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ROAD CLOSURES
For information on state highway closures, call 511 or visit: http://511.vermont.gov/main.jsf
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INFORMATION LINKS FOR FLOODED PROPERTIES
Here are some links on mold after a flood from Chad Spooner, VT Dept. of Health.
http://www.healthvermont.gov/enviro/water/flood.aspx (before & after a flood)
http://www.cdc.gov/mold/faqs.htm (mold)
http://www.cdc.gov/mold/strats_fungal_growth.htm (mold)
http://www2.redcross.org/static/file_cont333_lang0_150.pdf (excellentdocument)
http://vem.vermont.gov/press/5.13.11_return (flooding health & safety precautions) http://vem.vermont.gov/home/floodfaq_6.3.11 (frequently asked flood questions)
Chad Spooner, Public Health Specialist: Emergency Preparedness
Vermont Department of Health, Saint Albans District Office
20 Houghton Street Suite 312, Saint Albans, VT 05478
Email: chad.spooner@ahs.state.vt.us
Phone: (802) 527-5572 Fax: (802) 527-5405
DIAL 211 UPDATE
If you have had any flooding or storm damage, please call and report it to Vermont 2-1-1. 2-1-1 is collecting the information to qualify Vermont for an Individual Assistance Declaration from FEMA . Whether you have insurance or not, if the damage is to your primary or secondary residence even if you think you will not qualify, 2-1-1 would like to know the extent of your damage. Just dial 2-1-1.
Mary Ellen Mendl, Director, Vermont 2-1-1, PO Box 111, 76 Pearl Street,
Essex Junction, VT 05453 Office: (802) 861-0146 Ext. 205 Fax: (802) 861-2544
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If you have had any flooding or storm damage, please call and report it to Vermont 2-1-1. 2-1-1 is collecting the information to qualify Vermont for an Individual Assistance Declaration from FEMA . Whether you have insurance or not, if the damage is to your primary or secondary residence even if you think you will not qualify, 2-1-1 would like to know the extent of your damage. Just dial 2-1-1.
Mary Ellen Mendl, Director, Vermont 2-1-1, PO Box 111, 76 Pearl Street,
Essex Junction, VT 05453 Office: (802) 861-0146 Ext. 205 Fax: (802) 861-2544
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HOME OWNERS SHOULD CALL 211 TO REPORT STORM DAMAGE:
Homeowners and renters in Vermont who suffered damage or losses in floods over the past few weeks should call 211 to report that damage. 211 will record all damage information and pass along to Vermont Emergency Management (VEM) to assist in its efforts to receive a federal disaster declaration and financial help for homeowners and renters.
VEM is currently working to estimate private property damage around Vermont to determine if the state may qualify for an Individual Assistance Disaster Declaration from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. 211 is the central call point for all homeowners to report this damage. Vermont has received NO disaster declaration for individual or public assistance as yet.
The State of Vermont needs to show significant damage to private homes to qualify for an Individual Assistance Declaration from the federal government. It is imperative that all homeowners who have damages call 211 and make a report. However, those homeowners should not expect any immediate relief or assistance when calling 211. 211 is a service of the United Way.
Mark Bosma, Public Information Officer
Vermont Emergency Management - http://vem.vermont.gov
(800) 347-0488 If you need immediate emergency assistance call 911.
Homeowners and renters in Vermont who suffered damage or losses in floods over the past few weeks should call 211 to report that damage. 211 will record all damage information and pass along to Vermont Emergency Management (VEM) to assist in its efforts to receive a federal disaster declaration and financial help for homeowners and renters.
VEM is currently working to estimate private property damage around Vermont to determine if the state may qualify for an Individual Assistance Disaster Declaration from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. 211 is the central call point for all homeowners to report this damage. Vermont has received NO disaster declaration for individual or public assistance as yet.
The State of Vermont needs to show significant damage to private homes to qualify for an Individual Assistance Declaration from the federal government. It is imperative that all homeowners who have damages call 211 and make a report. However, those homeowners should not expect any immediate relief or assistance when calling 211. 211 is a service of the United Way.
Mark Bosma, Public Information Officer
Vermont Emergency Management - http://vem.vermont.gov
(800) 347-0488 If you need immediate emergency assistance call 911.
Post-Flood Recreational Water Tests
Show No Increase in Bacteria Levels
For Immediate Release: June 10, 2011 from Vermont Department of Health
Media Contact: Communication Office: 802-863-7281
BURLINGTON – Three Vermont state departments are pooling information collected from water samples at designated swimming areas to determine if flood runoff changed the quality of swim water in Lake Champlain.
“At this point, the test results are showing us that if it is a designated swimming area, go ahead, get wet, enjoy the water, be safe, be healthy and have fun,” said Craig Whipple, director of Vermont State Parks. “Basically – all around the State we’re saying ‘The water’s great, come on in’.”
Vermont State Parks tests designated swimming areas weekly throughout the summer, and the Vermont Department of Health and Department of Environmental Conservation jointly conducted additional testing during the past two weeks – including samples along Lake Champlain. This is due to concerns about contamination in surface waters from flooded treatment plants, failed septic systems and runoff from livestock farms and agricultural fields fertilized with manure.
“Specifically we looked for higher E. coli levels that could indicate a health concern, but those levels – analyzed at the Vermont Health and Environmental Conservation Department laboratories – have been acceptable,” said State Toxicologist, Bill Bress.
The first water test samples for algae were taken, and cleared, this week by scientists from the University of Vermont at Missisquoi Bay, St. Albans Bay, the Champlain Islands and North Beach and Red Rocks shorelines in Burlington. Testing by the state of additional areas of the lake will continue until it is clear that possible contamination from flooding has passed.
Vermonters are still advised to swim only in designated areas statewide. Flooding may have impacted waterways that have not been tested, including ponds and streams that are routinely used for swimming.
For more information about where to swim in Vermont, visit Vermont State Parks @
www.vtstateparks.com.
Show No Increase in Bacteria Levels
For Immediate Release: June 10, 2011 from Vermont Department of Health
Media Contact: Communication Office: 802-863-7281
BURLINGTON – Three Vermont state departments are pooling information collected from water samples at designated swimming areas to determine if flood runoff changed the quality of swim water in Lake Champlain.
“At this point, the test results are showing us that if it is a designated swimming area, go ahead, get wet, enjoy the water, be safe, be healthy and have fun,” said Craig Whipple, director of Vermont State Parks. “Basically – all around the State we’re saying ‘The water’s great, come on in’.”
Vermont State Parks tests designated swimming areas weekly throughout the summer, and the Vermont Department of Health and Department of Environmental Conservation jointly conducted additional testing during the past two weeks – including samples along Lake Champlain. This is due to concerns about contamination in surface waters from flooded treatment plants, failed septic systems and runoff from livestock farms and agricultural fields fertilized with manure.
“Specifically we looked for higher E. coli levels that could indicate a health concern, but those levels – analyzed at the Vermont Health and Environmental Conservation Department laboratories – have been acceptable,” said State Toxicologist, Bill Bress.
The first water test samples for algae were taken, and cleared, this week by scientists from the University of Vermont at Missisquoi Bay, St. Albans Bay, the Champlain Islands and North Beach and Red Rocks shorelines in Burlington. Testing by the state of additional areas of the lake will continue until it is clear that possible contamination from flooding has passed.
Vermonters are still advised to swim only in designated areas statewide. Flooding may have impacted waterways that have not been tested, including ponds and streams that are routinely used for swimming.
For more information about where to swim in Vermont, visit Vermont State Parks @
www.vtstateparks.com.
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