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VIDEO: Residents Flock to Panera for Power Help

East Meadow's Panera Bread was a packed house Monday.

The aftermath of Hurricane Irene has left more than 270,000 Long Island residents as of Tuesday afternoon.

of East Meadow has been at capacity throughout the last couple of days with residents utilizing their power outlets and public internet connection.

Check above for a video where residents share their thoughts on their ongoing power issues.

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