Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 2:33AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 22, 2026 - 11:33pm
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
* The warm air temperatures today in the upper 60s to lower 70s may
cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water
temperatures. Lake and river temperatures are only in the upper
40s to mid 50s.
* The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to anyone
immersed in the water. According to the US Coast Guard, when the
water temperatures are below 60 degrees, the average submerged
person could lose dexterity within minutes and be unable to
accomplish simple tasks. Anyone on small boats, canoes or kayaks
should plan accordingly if recreating today and use extreme
caution to avoid this threat. Paddle smart from the start and
always wear your life jacket!
Area Description:
Northern St. Lawrence; Northern Franklin; Eastern Clinton; Southeastern St. Lawrence; Southern Franklin; Western Clinton; Western Essex; Eastern Essex; Southwestern St. Lawrence; Grand Isle; Western Franklin; Orleans; Essex; Western Chittenden; Lamoille; Caledonia; Washington; Western Addison; Orange; Western Rutland; Eastern Franklin; Eastern Chittenden; Eastern Addison; Eastern Rutland; Western Windsor; Eastern Windsor
Forcast Office:
NWS Burlington VT
Sender: