State officials working to help mobile home residents, farmers affected by flooding
Vermont Gov. Phil Scott updated residents on the state's recovery efforts on Tuesday, as Vermonters continue to recover and rebuild after last’s month’s flooding.
Scott said right now, two of the biggest long-term challenges facing the state's recovery are finding housing for residents who live in mobile homes and overcoming the damages facing the state's agricultural sector.
Vermont Safety Commissioner Jennifer Morrison also stressed that residents should continue to report all flood-related damages, even if the repairs are already finished.
The governor said this is especially important for Addison County because it could help the county qualify for federal assistance.
For mobile home residents who were displaced by floodwaters, Scott said the state is currently working with FEMA to potentially bring in temporary trailer homes. Hover, there are challenges associated with such a large-scale project.
Scott said he's continuing to talk with the state’s congressional delegation about the possibility of more financial help from the federal government.
Meanwhile, the other big concern for the state is helping those in the agriculture sector, especially for Vermont's corn crop.
Debris left behind by the floods is also a big concern for farmers.
As for getting rid of debris, the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources has guidelines on its website for correctly and safely cleaning up.