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Montpelier, Vermont's capital city, is flooded, according to officials, who state the crisis is "far from over."

www.dailymail.co.uk, July 12, 2023
The flood levels had'surpassed those observed during Tropical Storm Irene' in 2011,' according to Governor Phil Scott. Canoes and inflatable boats made their way into Montpelier to help thousands of people who have lost their homes and businesses. Officials said the Wrightsville Dam was near capacity, raising the possibility of even more flooding after nine inches of rain fell on Tuesday. President Biden has signed a federal emergency declaration in Vermont, and he spoke with Gov Scott and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell on Tuesday evening. The rivers in Winooski and North Brand are draining, with Montpelier announcing that the danger of a dam breach has passed.