🌱 Fire Dept. Calls + Warming Shelter Intake Rise In Burlington

Burlington VT

10 January, 2022

3:16 PM

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Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started. First, today's weather: Frigid with morning flurries. High: 3 Low: -2. Here are the top 3 stories today in Burlington: The South Burlington Fire Department saw 300 additional calls — a 9% increase — in 2021. The department had over 400 total calls for potentially COVID-positive individuals, translating to nearly 400 hours spent cleaning and sterilizing the ambulances. South Burlington Fire and Though Rescue Chief Terry Francis recognized that this is part of the job, he encouraged everyone to get vaccinated and wear a mask to stop the spread. (WCAX)A Burlington warming shelter has seen its guest intake nearly triple since last winter. The Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity runs a daytime warming shelter out of the South Winooski Avenue VFW, where people can access a variety of amenities like warm meals and dry clothes. Last winter, the center saw about 25 guests each day; this winter, those numbers are closer to 60 to 75 people. (WPTZ)A man has been charged with aggravated assault and drug trafficking after threatening to shoot his partner. Burlington police responded to a call on North Champlain Street, where they found 54-year-old Terrence Anderson and the victim. Anderson was found to be in possession of a loaded firearm and suspected fentanyl; his residence also contained a safe with $17,300 in cash, large quantities of various drugs, and loaded magazines for his firearm. (Local 22/44 News) Today in Burlington: Veggie Fermentation - City Market, South End Store (5:30 PM) From my notebook: With frigid temperatures, experts are encouraging Burlington pet owners to keep their furry friends inside. (WCAX)Doing Dry January? These Vermont-produced non-alcoholic beverages offer a tasty alternative to booze. (Instagram)The Church Street Marketplace Christmas tree has been taken down, which means 'tis the season for residents to do the same! Learn more about Christmas tree drop-off and pick-up options in Burlington. (WCAX) Loving the Burlington Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update! — Danielle Fallon About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.