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Last-Minute Irene Shopping Guide

Patch has the scoop on who has what for your stockpile.

If you are still trying to find things to get prepared for Irene, there are a few places that you can grab things without going far.

An employee at the Merrick Waldbaum's said that the store has plenty of canned food available and has been bringing water in all day and has been staying stocked up for last minute shoppers.

Stop & Shop in the Merrick Mall is out of water and flashlights, according to store manager Tim. In addition, the store only has AA and C batteries left, but also has a variety of canned food for your stock.

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Trader Joe's was "cleaned out of water this morning," according to employee Jeff, and is also short on bread. The store does, however, still have milk and dairy products in stock.

According to Mark, an employee at the CVS on Merrick Road, the store is out of batteries but does have a supply of water available. CVS in the Merrick Mall is also out of flashlights and batteries, said Linda, a store employee, but also has water available for purchase.

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Remember, if you can't find what you need at the major stores, check the local convenience stores. There are several around Merrick, including a new 7-11 which just opened in North Merrick.

Merrick also has a multitude of places to pick up specialty items. Need things for the kids? Check out Matty's Toy Shop. Don't forget to stock up on something for you – Merrick Road Spirits or Ace's Wines and Spirits are good spots to hit.


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