A developing area of low pressure moved from the Gulf of Mexico on during the night of the 30th and moved north into the eastern Great Lakes as it intensified during the evening of October 31st. As the surface low moved across Ontario during the night of October 31st, its associated cold front slowly edged across Vermont during the early morning hours of November 1st.
The upper level pattern was very strong and dynamic with a direct moisture feed from the Gulf of Mexico, thus delivering copious amounts of moisture into the northeast and NY.
Steady rain developed during the mid to late evening of October 31st and became heavy at times through the early morning hours of November 1st. Rainfall amounts 1.5 to 2 inches were common across much of Vermont with a swath of 2 1/2 to 4 inches across northwest and north central Vermont.
Numerous flooded streams, flooded and several washed out roads were reported in northern Vermont beginning just after midnight on November 1st and several larger rivers flooded as well, including the Lamoille, Missisquoi basins and portions of the Winooski and Mad River basins. Urban street flooding occurred in the Burlington area just after 10 pm on October 31st.
In addition, strong southwest to west winds, gusting to 40 to 50 mph and locally higher, developed around sunrise and continued through mid-afternoon before quickly diminishing by evening. These persistent strong winds combined with over-saturated soils, led to numerous downed trees, structural damage and escalated power outages to their peak of more than 100,000 outages. Estimated public infrastructure damage in excess of $5 million.

Strong Wind in WESTERN ADDISON, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages. Also, due to saturated soils, many trees were uprooted as well, leading to closed roads and some structural damage.

Flood in ESSEX, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 03:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: CANAAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Several roads flooded due to very heavy rainfall across Essex county.

Strong Wind in WESTERN CHITTENDEN, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages. Also, due to saturated soils, many trees were uprooted as well, leading to closed roads and some structural damage.

Flood in WASHINGTON, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 02:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: WARREN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Several roads flooded due to very heavy rainfall across Washington county, including the middle watershed of the Winooski and the Mad River.

Strong Wind in WESTERN FRANKLIN, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages. Also, due to saturated soils, many trees were uprooted as well, leading to closed roads and some structural damage.

Strong Wind in ORANGE, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 39.00 MG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 45 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages.

Strong Wind in EASTERN CHITTENDEN, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages. Also, due to saturated soils, many trees were uprooted as well, leading to closed roads and some structural damage.

Strong Wind in WINDSOR, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 43.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages.

Strong Wind in EASTERN RUTLAND, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 42.00 MG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 45 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages.

Strong Wind in WESTERN RUTLAND, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 39.00 MG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 45 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages.

Strong Wind in WASHINGTON, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 42.00 MG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 45 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages. Also, due to saturated soils, many trees were uprooted as well, leading to closed roads and some structural damage.

Flash Flood in FRANKLIN, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 01:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: EAST SHELDON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 750.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous roads flooded with full and partial road washouts and swift water rescues in Montgomery, Enosburg Falls and Richford vicinity. Additional flooding later in te day as a result of river flooding from the Missisquoi river.
Flash flooding transitioned to areal flooding in and outside of the initial flash flooding area including the Missisquoi river and its tributaries.

Flash Flood in ADDISON, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 00:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: STARKSBORO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous roads washed out in Starksboro, including near Lewis Creek at States Prison Road. Several houses flooded with a few shifted off foundation due to flooding.
Flash flooding transitioned to areal flooding in and outside of the initial flash flooding area.

Strong Wind in CALEDONIA, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 46.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages.

Flood in CHITTENDEN, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 00:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTH BURLINGTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Numerous reports of street flooding and some stranded vehicles in poorly drained roads across Burlington, South Burlington, Winooski, Williston and Essex Junction. Some of these roads included, Rte 2, Williston Rd, Pine street, Winooski Ave and more. This continued into the early morning hours of November 1st.

Flash Flood in LAMOILLE, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 01:30:00 to 01-NOV-19 03:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: MORSES MILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 750.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous roads washed out, including State Routes in Stowe, Johnson, Eden, Belvidere  and immediately neighboring communities including Wolcott.  A few bridge washouts as well as basement flooding and structural damage to property.
Flash flooding transitioned to areal flooding in and outside of the initial flash flooding area within Lamoille county including the Lamoille river.

Strong Wind in ESSEX, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages.

Flash Flood in CHITTENDEN, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 00:30:00 to 01-NOV-19 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: BOWMAN CORNERS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous roads washed out and flooding up to several feet onto cars near Westford and along Route 128 moving into Franklin county in portions of Fairfax and Fletcher.
Flash flooding transitioned to areal flooding in and outside of the initial flash flooding area including the Browns and Winooski rivers.

Strong Wind in EASTERN FRANKLIN, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages. Also, due to saturated soils, many trees were uprooted as well, leading to closed roads and some structural damage.

Flash Flood in FRANKLIN, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 00:30:00 to 01-NOV-19 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: FAIRFAX
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous roads washed out and flooding up to several feet onto cars near Fairfax and Fletcher and south into Chittenden county in Westford and neighboring communities.

Strong Wind in GRAND ISLE, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages.

Flash Flood in CHITTENDEN, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 00:30:00 to 01-NOV-19 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: JONESVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous roads washed out in Huntington, Hinesburg and Richmond, including Dugway road in Huntington. Several houses flooded with a few shifted off foundation due to flooding.
Flash flooding transitioned to areal flooding in and outside of the initial flash flooding area including communities like Williston, Jericho, Essex, Bolton and South Burlington.

Strong Wind in EASTERN ADDISON, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages. Also, due to saturated soils, many trees were uprooted as well, leading to closed roads and some structural damage.

Strong Wind in LAMOILLE, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages. Also, due to saturated soils, many trees were uprooted as well, leading to closed roads and some structural damage.

Strong Wind in ORLEANS, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 08:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Strong winds with wind gusts in excess of 50 mph at times caused numerous downed tree limbs and subsequent power outages. Also, due to saturated soils, many trees were uprooted as well, leading to closed roads and some structural damage.

Flood in ORLEANS, VERMONT
From 01-NOV-19 02:00:00 to 01-NOV-19 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: NORTH TROY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 750.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Several roads flooded due to very heavy rainfall across Orleans county. Some of the more intense flooding occurred near the headwaters region of the Missisquoi near Lowell and North Troy.