Severe Weather Causes Chaos in Triangle Area
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The Triangle area of North Carolina has been hit by severe weather, causing major disruptions and safety concerns for residents.
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#weather #north_carolina #flooding
The Triangle area of North Carolina has been hit by severe weather, causing major disruptions and safety concerns for residents.