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Franklin Residents Asked To ‘Shelter In Place’
The City of Franklin is asking residents to stay put and "shelter in place".
In the Facebook post below, Franklin residents are being urged to stay put and stay off the roadways around the city. There are several reports of downed trees around Franklin, and as the storm moves through these issues are expected to increase.
The roadways need to be kept clear for emergency personnel.
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