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A Look Back: One-Year Anniversary of Hurricane Irene
A look at how the biggest storm in recent memory affected Merrick.
One year ago today, Hurricane Irene tore through Long Island, and Merrick was no exception.
Residence prepared for the storm by stocking up on essentials and boarding up their homes. Click here to see a video shot by Patch of the calm before the storm.
Patch provided extensive coverage throughout the duration of the storm. Whether it was a call for users to submit their own photos, updates on power outages in the area, or users that submitted their own videos.
Find out what's happening in Merrickfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
In the aftermath, Patch provided photos of the devastation and videos of the storm's affects as well.
What are your memories from Hurricane Irene? Tell us in the comments below.
Find out what's happening in Merrickfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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