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Orlando making progress to repair street signs damaged by Hurricane Irma, officials say

ORLANDO, Fla. — The city of Orlando has replaced or repaired a total 540 street signs damaged by Hurricane Irma, officials said.

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City officials said workers have repaired or replaced 260 of 400 Stop and Yield signs that needed attention.

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City workers have also repaired or replaced 280 additional regulatory signs in the city.

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There are a total 1,275 Stop and Yield signs within the city limits, officials said.

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City officials were not able to provide a cost estimate for the repairs—but said they plan to apply for reimbursement for those costs with the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

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