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Forest Service offers free camping for flood victims

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Wednesday, September 06, 2017

People displaced by flooding in Texas and neighboring states will be able to stay in U.S. Forest Service campgrounds for free following a decision of the Southern Region of the USDA Forest Service.

All Forest Service campgrounds in the Southeastern U.S. are included in this decision, including those in the Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests. Those interested in staying in these campgrounds should call ahead or check websites to ensure availability.

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