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Broward Schools Close Thursday-Friday, Shelters Opened

Peter Haden
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WLRN
Broward County Sheriff Scott Isreal urges residents to take preparations for Hurricane Matthew at a press conference Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016.

The National Hurricane Center has upgraded Broward County to Hurricane Watch status. Broward County Mayor Marty Kiar says residents should prepare now.

“We have a 75 percent chance on Thursday of being hit by tropical storm force winds, and a 15 percent likelihood of being hit by hurricane force winds,” Kiar said.

 

Broward County public schools have canceled all school activity Thursday and Friday. Wednesday after-school sports and activities are also canceled. Wednesday classes will take place as scheduled.

Shelters will be open in Broward County including pediatric, special needs, and pet friendly facilities. Shelter information can be found at the Broward County website.

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