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NOTICE;

▪ The open water and ice jam flood potential is above normal for the entire area except the

Northeast Kingdom of Vermont for the next two weeks.

▪ Above normal seasonable temperatures and a wetter than normal mid-winter weather pattern is

expected throughout the month of March, with increased chances of rainfall and thawing conditions.

▪ Mean snow depths and snow water equivalents are generally near to above normal across the region

and are expected to show decreases across the area over the next few weeks. Excessive precipitation

is not currently forecast.

▪ River ice coverage has remained consistent over the last few weeks with deep cold, and all rivers are

partially to fully ice covered. Four ice jams are currently present and will need to be monitored due to

the anticipated upcoming thaw.

HAZARDS &IMPACTS

▪ The coverage and thickness of our river ice remains a concern as we approach

possible break-ups in the coming few weeks. There are several ice jams in place

that could cause issues in the near future. Longer term trends for after March

show near normal temperatures and precipitation, so future conditions will be

monitored as we progress forward in time.

OUTLOOK CHALLENGES

▪ We expect an active weather period with above normal temperatures for most of

March. Precipitation should fall mainly in the form of light to moderate rain with

temperatures remaining above 32 F for multiple days and nights.

Those living along the Missisquoi River along the RT78 corridor should pay special attention to changing river conditions.