Chester Emergency Management

03/17/2025

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07/23/2024

****POTENTIAL SCAM ALERT****
A concerned citizen made us aware of a potential scam attempt received via mail. The QR code is invalid. Please be advised, if a scam is suspected we suggest you DO NOT FOLLOW A QR LINK.
This may be a marketing attempt as there is no known government affiliation for the received mailing. Remember, always be diligent about providing personal information.
The Attorney General has been notified about the concern. If you would like to learn more about being scam savvy, or to report a known scam, please visit: https://ago.vermont.gov/cap/recover-scams

06/23/2024

NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) has issued the Hazardous Weather Outlook below. Power outages and high winds are possible. If you are on a well, have back up containers of water ready. Stay away from windows during high wind events.
To report or monitor outages, please visit: https://greenmountainpower.com/outages/town/chester/
To report down trees or power lines call
(802) 875-2233 or 911 accordingly. Remember to never approach or cross downed lines.
DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected this afternoon into the
evening. The greatest threats are damaging winds and hail, but there
is also the possibility of an isolated tornado. Heavy rainfall could
also lead to localized flash flooding in areas that receive multiple
storms. Be sure to have multiple ways to receive weather alerts.
DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.

06/22/2024

Plan ahead for some pending storms.

Heads up! Scattered to numerous severe storms are possible Sunday.

Now is the time to ensure that you have multiple ways to receive warnings.

Stay weather aware, especially if you have outdoor plans.

06/21/2024

06/20/2024

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued June 20 at 1:01PM EDT until June 20 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 438 IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN NEW YORK THIS WATCH INCLUDES 4 COUNTIES IN NORTHERN NEW YORK CLINTON ESSEX FRANKLIN ST. LAWRENCE IN VERMONT THIS WATCH INCLUDES 12 COUNTIES ADDISON ORANGE WASHINGTON CALEDONIA ESSEX ORLEANS CHITTENDEN FRANKLIN GRAND ISLE LAMOILLE RUTLAND WINDSOR THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ALBURGH, BEEKMANTOWN, BLOOMINGDALE, BRADFORD, BURLINGTON, CANTON, CHASM FALLS, CONSTABLE, CROWN POINT CENTER, DUANE CENTER, GOUVERNEUR, ISLAND POND, JOHNSON, LOON LAKE, MALONE, MASSENA, MIDDLEBURY, MINERVA, MONTPELIER, NEWCOMB, NEWPORT, OGDENSBURG, PARADOX, PARISHVILLE, PAUL SMITHS, PLATTSBURGH, POTSDAM, RANDOLPH, RAY BROOK, RUTLAND, SCHROON LAKE, SOUTH COLTON, SOUTH HERO, SPRINGFIELD, ST. ALBANS, ST. JOHNSBURY, STOWE, TICONDEROGA, VERGENNES, AND WHITE RIVER JUNCTION.

06/17/2024

The National Weather Service has a Heat Advisory is in effect from noon on Tuesday, 6/18, until 8pm on Thursday 6/20:

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke: muscle cramps, heavy sweating, nausea, headache or light-headedness may all indicate a heat-related illness.

Most heat-related illnesses can be treated with fluids and by resting in a cooler place. If symptoms persist, get worse, or someone you are with seems confused or loses consciousness, dial 9-1-1 and get immediate medical help.

02/27/2024

Wind Advisory in effect for Wednesday, 2/28. To report power outage by cell, or to view projected resotration times, visit: https://greenmountainpower.com/outages/

01/15/2024

Potential for some hazardous driving condition tomorrow. Please be safe, take your time and plan ahead.

01/12/2024

After a brief period of quiet weather this morning, another storm bringing strong to damaging winds will impact the region tonight into early tomorrow morning. In addition to the winds, widespread snowfall and mixed wintry precipitation is expected.

Visit www.weather.gov/btv to find all the details regarding this system.

01/08/2024

We have made it through one storm but there is another one coming. Please be prepared and plan ahead for another storm.

🚨Significant storm system expected Tuesday and Wednesday🚨

As we begin to dig out from the recent winter storm, all sights turn to an impressive low-pressure system expected to bring a period of heavy wet snow, damaging winds, and plenty of rainfall to the region. Let's look at a timeline of expected impacts.

Tuesday afternoon - Heavy wet snow will move into southern Vermont and spread northward. Main accumulations will be 1-4" of new snow but we expect 6-12" for the higher summits of the southern Green Mountains and Adirondacks. The snow will taper off by midnight.

Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning - Strong southeasterly winds will materialize across the region with widespread wind gusts in the 45-60 mph range. Some locations along the western slopes of the Green Mountains could see wind gusts in excess of 65 mph. These winds begin to weaken Wednesday afternoon. Secure loose objects and holiday decorations as they could get damaged or blown away. Scattered to widespread power outages are also likely.

Late Tuesday night through Wednesday - Snow changes over to rain with widespread rainfall totals of 0.75" to 1.5". No river flooding is expected at this time, but sharp river rises are expected. Poor drainage due to recent snowfall may create ponding of water on area roadways.

Moral of the story, keep an eye on the forecast and prepare for a significant system to impact the region. More on this system later today.