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San Juan County prepares for Election Day, but flood impacts are creating worry

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SAN JUAN COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Flooding in southern Utah has election officials worried about voter turnout, particularly in San Juan County. The San Juan County Clerk's Office is working at making sure that ballot drop-off locations are fully accessible to voters who need them.

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