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If you cannot make it to vote due to flooding in San Juan County, this option can help you

By Telemundo Utah · November 3, 2026 · 1 min read
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According to the announcement, those who have a registered email address and have not yet voted will receive a message during Tuesday morning with information about this option. The 163 highway bridge was destroyed.

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