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The Vermont State Emergency Operations Center is assisting in cleanup efforts after recent flooding and storm damage. Volunteer help is available for those affected, and assistance can be requested by calling Vermont’s Crisis Cleanup line. Individuals interested in volunteering or donating to flood recovery are encouraged to do so locally or through the state government, and two temporary shelters have been established for those displaced by the flooding.
Vermont Flooding Cleanup Assistance
The Vermont State Emergency Operations Center is offering volunteer assistance for cleanup following the recent flooding and storm damage. Impacted residents can access this help to clean up their homes after Wednesday’s floods.
The Crisis Cleanup line in Vermont can be contacted at 802-242-2054 to request help from volunteer groups and organizations that have come forward to aid in the cleanup process.
Volunteers Welcomed
Interested individuals can join the cleanup efforts by registering at www.vermont.gov/volunteer to be informed of community volunteer opportunities. The center encourages participation in such local volunteer efforts in response to the storm damage.
Donation Opportunities
To contribute to flood recovery, donations can be made by calling 888-653-7715 or emailing donations@vermont.gov. Local food shelves, community centers, and charities are particularly useful for donations of food, clothing, and household items.
Flood response ongoing
On July 11, Gov. Phil Scott emphasized that the response to the flooding is ongoing. He recommended that residents affected by the storm report their damages to Vermont 211 to be considered for federal assistance.
Shelter Locations
For those displaced by the floods, shelters have been set up at the Barre Auditorium (16 Auditorium Hill, Barre) and St. Johnsbury School (257 Western Avenue, St. Johnsbury).
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