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 Vermont has made the news -- a disaster area from flooding. Of course there are localized areas that are just devasted with rivers overflowing flood stage and dams threatening to fail. Hundreds have been evacuated to higher ground.

The news might give the impression that the entire state is under water. It has been rainy and I wish we could share with the places that need it so much.

Mother Nature does seem to be on a rampage lately but there are still lots of people who think global warming is just a hoax.

Things seem scary lately.

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  1. Miss MerryJuly 11, 2023 at 9:44 PM

    I hope you are safe with no damage. I did see those horrible swollen waterways and floods on the news. Everyone is upset about the weather changes, but no one is interested in what is causing it or any solutions, sadly.

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  2. gigi-hawaiiJuly 12, 2023 at 11:00 AM

    I guess you are okay in your condo. Hope you can sell it soon and make Florida your permanent home. But disasters happen everywhere.

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  3. MaebemeJuly 12, 2023 at 12:59 PM

    I agree, things are getting scarier everyday. We're going to see more mass exodus of areas that are no longer liveable. I don't think anyone is prepared for the influx of climate refugees.

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  4. Margaret (Peggy or Peg too)July 13, 2023 at 2:27 PM

    It was in Montepelier right? I've talked to "friend family" up there and they are fine so I assume you are as well. VT holds a special place in my heart.

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    1. OlgaJuly 14, 2023 at 4:21 PM

      There were several towns that were flooded but I am dry so far. Elevation above the river is on my side!

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  5. BarbaraJuly 17, 2023 at 2:34 PM

    Glad to hear the floods didn't hit you. I thought of you immediately. If you had our heat, it would dry up the floods but, alas, weather no longer works like that.

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  6. TaborJuly 17, 2023 at 3:42 PM

    This new phase of Mother Earth is not for the weak, old or faint of heart. We will adapt and adjust, but not without some pain, sadly.

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  7. AnonymousJuly 24, 2023 at 10:25 PM

    Kay of Musings: I’m so glad to hear that you are safe, Olga. It really does feel like Mother Nature is punishing everyone. I know my daughter in Chicago is expecting the heat wave to hit them soon.

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