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Citrus County schools will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday for Hurricane Michael

With Hurricane Michael threatening the Florida coastline, all Citrus County schools and afternoon events are canceled.
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CITRUS COUNTY, Fla. — All Citrus County schools will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday in advance of Hurricane Michael.

Classes are canceled so district buildings can be used as hurricane shelters.

All after-school activities, including events, are canceled as well, according to the school district on a Facebook post.

"I urge everyone to take the necessary precautions to stay safe," district Superintendent Sam Himmel said.

The following shelters open at 9 a.m. Tuesday:

General population

Pet-friendly shelters

Special needs

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