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Vt. Division of Emergency Management Monitoring Ice Jams and Flood Potential

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The Vermont Division of Emergency Management warns residents of flash flooding due to ice jams.

A press release says the National Weather Service has issued numerous food and flash flood warnings and watches for areas of Vermont. FOX44 and ABC22's SkyTracker Weather team is also monitoring the potential for ice jams in Vermont, New York and New Hampshire Thursday.

The Vermont Division of Emergency Management says local officials are watching the jams and river levels and will advise residence to evacuate if needed.

They offer these safety and flood preparation tips:
• Never drive or walk through floodwaters.  Unseen washouts or unexpectedly fast running water can carry away an automobile.  Floodwaters also often contain contaminants like wastewater, fuel, or other harmful liquids and solids so stay away if you can.
• Monitor radio, television, and newspapers as well as web sites for flood warnings.
• Move any vehicles or equipment like lawn mowers or tractors to higher ground.  Flooded vehicles pollute the water with fuel.
• If you do evacuate your home, turn off your circuit breaker before you leave and have your home's electrical system inspected by a professional before you return.

In addition to ice jams, high winds are also causing power outages across the area.

Stay tuned to FOX44 and ABC22 for the latest on the ice jams and high winds.

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