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Election Officials Overcome Hurricane Impacts To Ensure Voting Continues

Workers clear debris in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, in Cedar Key, Fla., Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Election officials in Georgia, North Carolina, and Florida are facing challenges in ensuring voters can securely cast early ballots in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The devastating storm has left some areas without power, water, and cell service, impacting the voting process.

To address the issues caused by the storm, officials are considering various solutions. These include setting up additional polling places, extending early voting periods, and simplifying the process of dropping off mail-in ballots.

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