According to police reports, US Route 2 in St. Johnsbury, also known as Portland Street, has been reduced to one lane eastbound due to downed power lines. The incident has caused significant disruptions, and there is currently no estimate on when the road will fully reopen.
Green Mountain Power and the St. Johnsbury Fire Department are actively working to address the situation and restore normal traffic flow. Motorists traveling in the area are advised to expect delays and consider using alternate routes to avoid congestion.
Updates regarding the status of the roadway will be provided as they become available. Authorities urge drivers to exercise caution while navigating the affected area.
Read more Vermont news stories at VTScout.
Source: Vermont State Police
The Daily Scout.
Liked this? Get Vermont’s top local news, weather, and what’s on tap — free in your inbox by half past six each morning.
Almost there.
Check your inbox to confirm your subscription. The first edition lands tomorrow morning.
More Local News coverage
About this report AI-assisted
Source:
How this was written: This story was drafted with AI assistance from public-record sources and published under VTScout's editorial standards. Spot something wrong? Request a correction.
This story was assembled with AI assistance from public-record sources and reviewed against our editorial standards. Spot something wrong? Request a correction.
The VTScout newsroom covers Vermont local news, public safety, and community life across the four regions of the state. Tips and corrections welcome at [email protected].