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On the recordJune 4, 2014
A hurricane approaches, knocks out the power. Somebody is in dire straits in their home, and they need to make a 911 call.
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Bill Nelson
Democratic · Florida

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Nelson highlights the importance of reliable power for emergency calls during hurricanes.

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