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BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - Hernando County schools will close along with district offices on Wednesday and Thursday ahead of Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine.
Officials said they're preparing schools to serve as storm shelters for Hernando County residents as the tropical system is anticipated to strengthen before impacting the Bay Area.
READ: Hernando County declares state of emergency ahead of Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine
According to the district, after-school activities will also be canceled on Wednesday and Thursday, as well as before and aftercare programs.
After more is known about the storm's impact on the community, officials said they'll decide whether schools will reopen on Friday.
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