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To: sandintoes who wrote (1687)7/11/2005 1:35:09 PM
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But because it was a fairly compact and swift-moving storm, Dennis caused far less damage than feared in the United States, after killing 22 people as it crossed the Caribbean, and causing one death in southern Florida when it entered the Gulf of Mexico.

"It's not as bad as it was with Ivan," said retired salesman Ray Dunlap as he cleared downed branches from his yard.

"We lost some trees and shingles ... and part of the fence."

Dunlap isn't sure how long it will take to repair the damage. He's still fighting with his insurance company over the last hurricane.

"Maybe it's our time," he said stoically. "Instead of being skirted maybe Pensacola is the target."

About 30 cars and trucks were lined up at the Penny Pantry gas station, one of the only stations within miles that had power to pump gas. Many were filling up canisters to use to power generators.

"We happened to have about 4,000 gallons of gas this morning and we'll sell it until it's gone," said owner Buddy Williams, 39, who figured it he'd run out by 10:00 am (1500 GMT) "They're pumping it as fast as they can."
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