Temporary Bridges Open

Vermont transportation officials say they've opened two temporary bridges to replace bridges that were closed by Irene's flooding.

The Vermont Agency of Transportation says temporary bridges were opened Saturday on Route 100 in Jamaica and on Route 73 in Rochester. The bridge openings eliminate lengthy detours for area residents.

The opening of the Route 100 bridge marks the first time the 216-mile highway has been open in its entirety since Irene.

Officials say there are now just three locations where bridges have not been replaced. Two bridges remain closed on Route 12A in Roxbury and another bridge remains closed on Route 12 in Barnard.

A temporary bridge is being built in Barnard, while permanent spans are under construction in Roxbury.