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August 10, 2026

Re: Traffic alert – Bushey Rd Swanton

The tree down on Bushey Rd has been removed and the roadway is back open, but there are several other instances of trees down in the Western Franklin County area. Please continue to exercise caution if you are driving in the current storm affecting the area.

Thank you.

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State of Vermont

Department of Public Safety

Vermont State Police

St Albans Barracks 

 

News Release – Highway / Traffic Notification

 

Bushey Rd near house 171 is blocked completely due to a large tree across the roadway. 

 

This incident is expected to last for until further notice due to SEVERAL trees down with wires across the Swanton / Western Franklin County area. Specific details are not yet available and updates will be provided as appropriate.  

 

Motorists should expect delays in the area, or seek alternate routes.  Please drive carefully in this weather.



Jared Phillips

Emergency Communications Dispatcher I

Vermont State Police Williston PSAP

3294 St. George Rd Williston, VT 05495

Phone: 802-878-7111

PSAP Fax: 802-878-3173