Vermont Business Magazine The state of Vermont will be opening State Flood Recovery Centers in Barre, Hinesburg, Lyndonville, and Plainfield. While the state is still awaiting a determination on whether any counties are eligible for FEMA public assistance or individual assistance, these centers will help those impacted by this month’s floods navigate the recovery process. These centers are open to all residents from throughout the state. The first center will open in Plainfield on Wednesday, July 24.
Flood Recovery Centers serve as a one-stop shop location where public and private organizations come together to provide state-level assistance to those affected by disaster.
Several state and non-profit agencies involved in individual disaster recovery will be present to answer questions and guide visitors to appropriate services.
Flood Recovery Centers provide:
- Snacks and water from the Red Cross
- Cleaning kits
- Assistance finding recovery resources
- Mental health services
- Basic medical services
There is a Flood Recovery Center open each day from 9:30 am – 6:00 pm at the following locations:
- Barre: Mondays and Fridays
Barre Municipal Auditorium, 16 Auditorium Hill, Barre, VT - Plainfield: Wednesdays and Sundays
Plainfield Health Center, 157 Towne Ave, Plainfield, VT - Lyndonville: Tuesdays and Saturdays
Vermont State University, Grey House, 180 Vail Drive, Lyndonville, VT - Hinesburg: Thursdays
Champlain Valley Union High School, 369 CVU Road, Hinesburg, VT
Information about Flood Recovery Centers can be found on Vermont Emergency Management’s Flood Recovery Centers webpage (https://vem.vermont.gov/flood/recovery-center) or by calling 2-1-1.
Source: 7.22.2024. BERLIN – Vermont Emergency Operations Center, DPS
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