Category Archives: Winter Weather

Shaping up to be a messy Thursday

Posted on January 12, 2012 by vtlocalroads

Be cautious out on the roadways today. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory. Wet snow is forecast to mix with sleet and freezing rain. 3 to 6 inches of snow is likely throughout Vermont, with the … Continue reading →

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Monitor State Highway Road Conditions

Posted on December 8, 2011 by vtlocalroads

With snow and ice affecting most of the State this morning, we want to send a reminder about the VTrans online 511 travel information service. This site lists road conditions statewide and provides access to camera images around the state. … Continue reading →

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Winter Weather Advisory

Posted on November 22, 2011 by vtlocalroads

   Hazardous Winter Weather Event Possible Tuesday Night and Wednesday  WATERBURY – The National Weather Service in Burlington has issued a winter storm advisory for most areas of Vermont for Tuesday night into Wednesday night.  A mix of rain, snow, … Continue reading →

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Winter Weather on its Way

Posted on March 31, 2011 by vtlocalroads

So much for March coming in like a lion and leaving like a lamb. The April showers are coming but in all likelihood they will be mixed with what is hoped to be the last blast of snow this seemingly endless winter. Disclaimer– … Continue reading →

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Winter says “not so fast” to Spring

Posted on March 29, 2011 by vtlocalroads

The Weather Channel is reporting this afternoon that a “possible major Northeast snowstorm” could develop later this week. Unfortunately this isn’t a premature April fool’s joke as we prepare to turn the calendar. Check for further updates later in the week.

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Cleaning up from the big storm

Posted on March 9, 2011 by vtlocalroads

It’s been a busy week for public works departments throughout Northern and Central Vermont after Monday’s record-setting storm. In Burlington, Public Works Director Steve Goodkind told The Burlington Free Press that crews have been operating 11 tractor-mounted snowblowers for a total of … Continue reading →

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Dig out day

Posted on March 8, 2011 by vtlocalroads

It was a record-setting storm that hit Northern and Central Vermont yesterday. The 24.3 inches that fell made it the 5th largest storm on record in Burlington, The Burlington Free Press reports. The over two feet of new snow vaulted the … Continue reading →

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Biggest Snowstorm since 2007 Valentine’s Blizzard

Posted on March 7, 2011 by vtlocalroads

This winter has now cracked the top-10 list for snowiest winters on record in Vermont. It’s continuing to fall in Burlington, leading to drifting and cancellations of schools and services throughout North and Central Vermont Monday. As of 5 a.m., … Continue reading →

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A Messy Monday

Posted on February 28, 2011 by vtlocalroads

Today’s forecast isn’t very encouraging. The National Weather Service in South Burlington has issued a winter weather advisory for the Northern sections of the Champlain Valley and Central Vermont. These areas should expect a wintry mix of precipitation today- snow, rain … Continue reading →

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Salt Brine Use Featured on Evening Newscast

Posted on February 3, 2011 by vtlocalroads

The state’s use of salt brine was highlighted on the WCAX Channel 3 evening news Tuesday. VTrans District 5 employees Jeremy Smith, Dave Blackmore and Ed Boucher are featured in the report. Vermont Local Roads’ YouTube Channel features VTrans District Administrator … Continue reading →

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