Snowstorm risks weaken barn roofs advise careful shoveling
Vermont housing engineer Milo Moore cautions that heavy wet snow can overload roofs and trigger collapse. He says clear snow from the lower roof first, use helicopters and salt with care, avoid ice dams, rinse gutters, wear rubber boots, and secure with proper rope while working, noting salt damage to aluminum gutters and leaks stains.
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Burlington
Milo Moore
University of Vermont
Ridge
Moore
Rug wearability guides smart carpet choices
Burlington focuses on wearability of rugs and carpets with advice from extension textiles specialist Mrs. Kay Strassburg from the University of Vermont. She notes price reflects wear potential and advises evaluating fiber, construction, finish, and manufacturer reputation, plus yarns, pile, weave, and underlay types. A free copy of the Extension Service guide can be requested from Morrill Hall Publications Office or via county Extension agent.
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Burlington
Kay Strassburg
University of Vermaht
Extended forecast for New England weekend weather
National Weather Service extended forecast shows showers or snow flurries Friday and Saturday with partly cloudy skies Sunday. Daytime highs in the low to mid 40s south and upper 30s north. Overnight lows dip into the mid 20s to low 30s region wide.
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Boston
UPI
National Weather Service
New England
Brown dog ticks threaten pets and homes in Vermont
University of Vermont entomologist warns brown dog ticks infest dogs and indoor spaces, causing pain, blood loss, and disease risk. Eggs hatch in 20 to 30 days. adults reside in ears and between toes. Treatment includes Sevin or malathion dusts for pets and bedding, with home control requiring sprays, baseboard applications, and professional help if needed.
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Burlington
Gordon Nielsen
University of Vermont
Say's
Nielsen
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