Vermont Disaster & Funding Calendar
When Vermont's hazards peak — and when the federal money windows open. The recurring hazard seasons (flood, winter storm, severe storm) alongside the SAM.gov, FEMA and grant deadlines that decide who's ready when disaster strikes.
Vermont hazard seasons — 12-month view
| Hazard | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flood | April–September | ||||||||||||
| Winter Storm | December–March | ||||||||||||
| Severe Storm | March–June |
Peak windows
- Flood — typically April–September in Vermont.
- Winter Storm — typically December–March in Vermont.
- Severe Storm — typically March–June in Vermont.
💰 Funding & deadline cycles
- 🔁SAM.gov registration renewal — annualLapses lock you out of federal contracts & grants. Renew ~60 days before expiry.
- 🏛️FEMA Public Assistance & HMGP — post-declarationWindows open after a Vermont disaster is declared and close fast. Watch the live map for new declarations.
- 🏗️HUD CDBG-DR — appropriation-drivenFunds follow major disasters via Congressional appropriation; action-plan deadlines follow.
- 📅Federal fiscal year — Oct 1Grant cycles and mitigation notices (BRIC) reset. Position before Q4.
Vermont hazard season FAQ
When is flood season in Vermont?
In Vermont, flood season typically runs April–September. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is winter storm season in Vermont?
In Vermont, winter storm season typically runs December–March. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is severe storm season in Vermont?
In Vermont, severe storm season typically runs March–June. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.