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January 27, 2026

Re: Traffic Alert - Vt Route 31, Poultney

UPDATE: 

THIS IS NOW OPEN TO ONE LANE ONLY 
From: Deslauriers, Katherine via DPS.VSPMedia <dps.vspmedia@list.vermont.gov>
Sent: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 12:18 AM
To: DPS - Roadway Alert <DPS.RoadwayAlert@vermont.gov>
Subject: Traffic Alert - Vt Route 31, Poultney
 
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State of Vermont
Department of Public Safety
Vermont State Police
Rutland 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification
Vt Route 31, Poultney has both lanes obstructed in the area of Upper Rd to Ruby Rd due to a powerline(s) down.

This incident is expected to last for expected to be a long duration incident.  Specific details are not yet available, updates will be provided as appropriate.
 
Motorists should expect delays in the area or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully.

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