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Rufus was looking for work in Liberty City. He needs $ to buy food. Says grandkids are down to cornflakes. Power still out. #hurricaneirma
Mary says she feels forgotten after #HurricaneIrma. She's low on food and has no power. Her daughter suffers from epilepsy. #HurricaneIrma
Occeus is a housekeeper in Miami Beach. He has been out of work for three days because of #HurricaneIrma. Says bills will be late now.
Wilnesha stoood in line for 2 hours with her 5-month old for ice. She has been without power for 3 days in Liberty City. #HurricaneIrma
Tameka says structural change has to happen to address poverty in Miami. After #HurricaneIrma she struggles to buy food and is without power
Miami Commisioner @KeonHardemon says poor people eat their food. They don't have extra to store away for a hurricane. #HurricaneIrma

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