Structure Fire Briefly Closes Vermont Route 100 and I-89 Off-Ramp

WATERBURY, Vt. — A structure fire briefly closed both lanes of Vermont Route 100 north, as well as the I-89 off-ramp for exit 10 to Waterbury, on Monday, March 16, 2026. The roadway has since reopened.

Details of the Incident

Vermont State Police reported the incident, stating that both lanes of Route 100 northbound and both lanes of the I-89 northbound off-ramp for Exit 10 were obstructed due to the fire . Initial reports indicated the incident was expected to be a long duration, however, the roadway reopened after several minutes .

Traffic Impact and Alternate Routes

Motorists were urged to seek alternate routes or expect delays during the closure . The Vermont State Police advised drivers to exercise caution in the area .

Ongoing Investigation

As of Monday afternoon, specific details regarding the cause and nature of the fire remain limited. Authorities continue to investigate the incident, and updates will be provided as they become available . NBC5 has a crew at the scene gathering more information.

Location Details

The fire occurred in the area of Guptil Road in Waterbury, Vermont .