County farms report $1.4m in losses from drought

Farmers around Addison County have reported an estimated $1.4 million in losses resulting from the severe drought that spread across the region this year. 

If we skip July 10, maybe we could skip the catastrophic storms too.

Addison County residents and farmers are dealing with high temperatures, dry ground, and increased fire risk.

72% of Vermont is now in drought. State officials are reminding Vermonters of steps they can take to prevent human-caused fires.

Municipalities around Addison County are working to address damage caused by recent extreme weather and prepare for more in the future.

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