VIEW OFFICIAL STATEMENT (9/18/25)
As you know Vermont is experiencing drought conditions across the State, see Vermont | Drought.gov also see attached weather brief. The State is collecting data on current conditions to access how and if the State will be able to support those effected by the drought conditions.
If you have individual in your town experiencing issues please have them submit it to the drought reporter. Drought Reporter Site, It is a simple form to fill out to let the State know they are having issues. We use this information to define current conditions and to see what support is needed. You can also direct the individuals to [drought.vermont.gov]drought.vermont.gov, this is a landing page for drought information and resources.
If your town water supply is having issues or you expect it may have issues please contact your regional coordinator to let them know and also contact the Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division at 802-828-1535 to discuss technical and financial support. There is also information and resources at drought.vermont.gov for towns.
For current wildland fire conditions please see https://fpr.vermont.gov/forest/wildland-fire/monitoring-fire-danger . Individual town fire wardens are allowed to initiate burn bans if they feel it is necessary.
Several State Agencies, including VEM, Agriculture, Forest Parks and Recreation, and Department of Environmental Conservation are all posting to social media. These are a great information source please feel free to repost them.
The SEOC remains at Enhanced Operations to coordinate response and to facilitate the drought task force and the drought task force advisory committee.
Eric J Forand, MEP
Director
Vermont Emergency Management
(c) 802-585-0633