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McCaysville police department, post office closed after flood damage; boil water advisory lifted
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· August 6, 2026
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Key takeaway The local police department and post office are closed due to flood damage.
The city of McCaysville in Fannin County is still dealing with the aftermath of severe flooding from last weekend. The local police department and post office are closed due to flood damage. The buildings have been deemed unsafe and will remain closed until further notice.
Alternative arrangements have been made, with mail services being transferred and the police department relocating to a temporary site. A boil water advisory that was in place has been lifted, according to reports. Further details on the situation in McCaysville are available from local news sources.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 6, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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