Library Reopening Delayed Until After Labor Day

By Rick Howlett

Published August 6, 2009 at 11:39 PM EDT

Officials say the main branch of the Louisville Free Public Library will be closed at least through Labor Day.

Tuesday's floods left several feet of water in the library basement, damaging thousands of books, the building's HVAC system, bookmobiles and office equipment.

The damage is now estimated at about $5 million.

(photo from www.louisvilleky.gov)

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