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AUDIO: Public Works Drops F-bomb on Reverse-911 Snow Emergency Message

Message with profane language went out to Beverly residents around 10:10 a.m. Thursday.

Beverly residents who subscribe to the city's reverse-911 emergency call list received a surprising voice message Thursday morning. 

The Department of Public Works issued a reverse-911 call to inform residents that a parking ban would begin Friday evening, along with reminders for snow removal.

What the department didn't realize was their first message--which included the commissioner flubbing his words and adding in profanity--was included in the call.

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In response to the phone call, one Beverly resident sent us a Letter to the Editor, titled 'The Dangers of Reverse 911.'

Listen to the phone call by pressing the video button. The F-bomb drops at roughly the 26-second mark.

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(Obviously, there is profanity, so you might want to turn down your speakers if you're still at work or not listen at all if you're offended by profanity.)


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