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Worcester County To Open Pet Friendly Shelter

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WORCESTER CO., Md. - One local county is helping residents by opening a shelter.

The Worcester County Sheriff's Office is opening a pet friendly shelter starting at 9:00 PM on Wednesday, at Stephen Decatur Middle School. Officials are hoping to assist those who were displaced by the storm.

The Sheriff's Office is also asking residents to stay inside and stay off of the roads.

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