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State closes Parkland, Plantation and Fort Lauderdale restaurants over pests

Florida's Department of Business ordered emergency closures for three South Florida restaurants in October for roach and fly activity.

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Three South Florida restaurants were ordered closed on an emergency basis in mid-October, according to a Department of Business list published by the Boca Raton Tribune. The closures cover the week of Sept. 18, 2026, although the orders are dated Oct. 12 and Oct. 14.

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