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2 of 8 housing units at Lino Lakes prison without air conditioning
Two of the eight housing units at Lino Lakes prison lack air conditioning, affecting 336 inmates as temperatures rise. The units were retrofitted with AC, but recent repairs revealed ineffective cooling equipment. Staff is using industrial fans, ice water, and outdoor access as temporary solutions.
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