The National Weather Service said it was downgrading previously released flood risk projections on Wednesday, but said the state could still see high winds with gusts of 60 mph.
The service issued a high-wind warning that will remain in effect for most of the state through 7 a.m. on Thursday.
Winds are expected generally around 25 to 35 mph, with the strongest gusts hitting high-elevation areas, such as the sides of the Green Mountains and southern Vermont near Mount Snow, National Weather Service meteorologist Gabriel Langbauer said.
Previously, the National Weather Service also issued a flood warning and expected rainfall and snowmelt could cause rising rivers. However, according to Langbauer, Vermont has been seeing less rain and snowmelt than the National Weather Service’s predictions.
“We’re pulling down the flood watch at this time,” Langbauer said midday on Wednesday. “The updated river forecasts aren’t showing flooding.”
To prepare for the winds, Langbauer recommended tying down any loose objects. He said driving would be generally safe.
“In a standard car you should be fine, as long as you’re being careful and have two hands on the wheel,” he said.
