Vermont Faces Increasingly Severe Floods, Experts Warn

Repeated flooding events highlight the state's vulnerability due to climate change and outdated infrastructure.

Recent storms have caused extensive damage, destroying homes and washing out roads and bridges.
Experts attribute the rise in extreme weather events to climate change, which intensifies rainfall.
Vermont's steep terrain and saturated soil make it particularly prone to flash floods.
Efforts are underway to upgrade infrastructure, but many communities remain at high risk.
Residents recount dramatic rescues and the ongoing challenges of rebuilding.