Emergency shelter established at Salem Civic Center

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SALEM (WSLS 10) - An emergency shelter was set up at the Salem Civic Center amid voluntary evacuations due to rain.

The Red Cross said it was opening a shelter Tuesday in Salem at the Civic Center due to flooding in some high risk areas. Evacuation by residents was not mandatory, but was highly recommended.

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Your Red Cross was providing cots, blankets, snacks, water, and dinner. Crews were watching areas throughout the region and in constant contact with Emergency Management at each locality.