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Posted on: September 14, 2018

[ARCHIVED] Secure garbage can, other items outside

We’ll be feeling the effects of Florence later today. If you are still in town, please make your last preparations to batten down the hatches, including securing your garbage can, other items outside and consider bringing outdoor furniture in.

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