Here are the FIVE BIG THINGS you need to know this afternoon:

1.) Except for emergency services, City offices will close at 12PM on Wednesday, 10/9, and all day Thursday, 10/10.

2.) Wednesday’s trash will be collected on FRIDAY. Thursday’s trash will be collected on SATURDAY. There will be NO recycling collected this week.

3.) Alachua County has opened two general population and one special needs shelter. Find more information on shelters here: https://alachuacountyready.com/.../latestupdates/7591206439

4.) 4-6 inches of rain, and winds 20-30MPH, gusting to 50MPH are possible.

5.) Prepare for flooding and power outages. Charge all devices and ensure that you have food and water for several days.

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