Devastating Vermont Floods: The Wrath of Hurricane Beryl

Vermont experienced severe flooding due to the remnants of Hurricane Beryl, leading to the destruction of homes, bridges, and roads. More than 100 people were rescued, and two deaths were reported. The disaster comes exactly one year after similar catastrophic floods, emphasizing the increasing impacts of climate change.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Vermont | Updated: 12-07-2024 09:37 IST | Created: 12-07-2024 09:37 IST
Devastating Vermont Floods: The Wrath of Hurricane Beryl
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Air resonated with the ominous roars of nature this week as swollen waters from Hurricane Beryl cascaded into Vermont, obliterating homes and bridges. Residents reported hearing monstrous growls like a dragon as their riverside tranquility was shattered.

Amidst heavy rainfall, more than 100 resilient souls were pulled from treacherous waters by swift-water rescue teams, while two lives were tragically claimed. The scenes painted a grim picture of a community tormented by repeat floods, with some citizens still awaiting federal relief from the previous year's calamity.

Governor Phil Scott acknowledged the cruel irony of the storm striking precisely one year since Vermont's last deluge, a punctuating reminder of escalating climate crises. As communities rally for recovery, the consensus is clear: climate change's tangible impact is unavoidable and action is crucial.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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