NUEVA SAN SALVADOR RESTAURANT 5
9796 SW 8 ST, Miami FL 33174 · 786 817 2993
Last inspected Aug 7, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 7 plus live, small flying insects standing on peeled onions and flying over preparation area. Employee discarded the onions.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024028365 | May 14, 2024 | Jun 6, 2024 | $400 |
| 1--2015011214 | Mar 9, 2015 | Apr 3, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee changed task, no hand wash, no gloves changed. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing and glove use. Employee washed hands, and changed gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table across from grill cut lettuce (49F - Cold Holding); pupusa mix beans and chicharron (49F - Cold Holding). According to manager placed in 1 hour ago, Operator placed food items inside reach in freezer for rapid chill. 2 temperature 20 minutes after cut lettuce (40F - Cold Holding); pupusa mix beans and chicharron (39F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Can opener was cleaned at the time of inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on reach in freezer and cooler.
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket with beef marinade stored on the kitchen floor. Employee changed task stored bucket six inches above the floor.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over corn dough inside walk in cooler. Operator properly rearranged.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed windex inside spray bottle without name behind front counter. Operator labeled.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed around old water heater.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled over kitchen entrance.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under fryers at cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed under fryers and small flat grill at cook line.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed over prep table by the walk on cooler door. Operator removed the sticky tape.
Food stored on floor. Observed fruit pulp stored on floor at wait station. Operator placed at six inches from floor.
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operator unable to verify source of shellstock. See stop sale. No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed bag of clams without tag inside walk in cooler.
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at prep area, operator provided the paper towels.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Observed bag of clams without tag inside walk in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked shrimp ceviche not date mark at front counter. As per operator for more than 24 hrs. Operator started to mark products.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler door and door handles soiled across cook line. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled at kitchen entrance.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing around old water heater.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone next to single service trays on shelves across cook line. Operator removed the phone.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed on floor at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed seasoning stored on walk in cooler floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled over grill area.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed cooking utensils stored with food-contact surface up on preparation table. Operator started to invert utensils.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind pots storage next to cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee training expired for Ana, Claudia, Maryori on 2/25.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottled water on prep table across cook line. Operator discarded bottles.
Food stored on floor. Observed seasoning stored n walk in cooler floor. Also observed raw chicken stored on walk in freezer floor.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop inside sugar container with handle in contact with product at wait station.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed cold drawers interior soiled at cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw pork 50F thawing at room temperature at kitchen. As per operator for less than 4 hrs. Operator started food preparation.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floor at cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed behind prep area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside walk in cooler. Manager properly rearranged products by cooking tempetures.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed inside walk in cooler.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop inside sugar container with handle in contact with product. Manager placed handle upwards.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper on shelves over prep area at wait station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 25ppm) at wait station. Manager added chlorine, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at cook line. Also observed hood filters soiled.
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 plus live, small flying insects standing on single service boxes in wait station. Also observed 7 plus live, small flying insects standing on peeled onions and flying over preparation area. Employee discarded the onions.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 7 plus live, small flying insects standing on peeled onions and flying over preparation area. Employee discarded the onions.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed pork cheese mix (47F - Cold Holding); coleslaw salad (47F - Cold Holding); beans mix (48F - Cold Holding); 3 meat mix (47F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee for more than 4 hours. Also observed chicharron mix (50F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per employee since the day before.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pork cheese mix (47F - Cold Holding); coleslaw salad (47F - Cold Holding); beans mix (48F - Cold Holding); 3 meat mix (47F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (47F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee for more than 4 hours. Also observed chicharron mix (50F - Cold Holding) inside walk in cooler. As per employee since the day before.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board with black mold like substance at triple sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food residue inside hand sink at kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside white rice and inside rice with beans at team table. Manager removed the bowls.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handles soiled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent dusty at wait station.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop inside flour container with handle in contact with product. Employee placed the handle upwards.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled at kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at cook line. Also observed hood filters soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezer bottom interior soiled.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing water inside hand sink at preparation area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board soiled with black mold like substance at preparation table across cook line.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled next to triple sink at kitchen entrance.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler unit at 59F across cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn located next to kitchen exit door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole on floor at cook line.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelve under preparation table next to hand wash sink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind equipment storage area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table next to hand was sink. Also observed 2 more on preparation table next to cook line. Employee removed the wiping cloths.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 31 recorded, 8 high priority.
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed towel used to cover tortillas inside cooler at kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over fruit pulp inside walk in freezer.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw beef out of package inside walk in freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed ropa vieja with label from 2/26/24 inside walk in cooler. Products exceeds 7 days after preparation.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed ropa vieja with label from 2/26/24 inside walk in cooler. Products exceeds 7 days after preparation.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked mushrooms (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding). As per employee products were never taken out since the night before.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked mushrooms (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (54F - Cold Holding). As per employee products were never taken out since the night before. Also observed chicharron mix (53F - Cold Holding); bean mix (53F - Cold Holding); cheese mix (54F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (53F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. As per employee products were prepared for approximately an hour ago. Employee added ice for rapid cooling.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaner next to clean equipment on shelve under preparation table. Manager removed cleaner.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed yellow cutting board soiled with black mold like substance at preparation table across cook line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by white bucket next to kitchen entrance. Employee removed the bucket.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ropa vieja inside walk in cooler without date mark. As per employee was made 4 days ago. Also observed cooked shrimp ceviche inside reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. As per employee was made 4 days ago. Employee properly labeled products.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside citric acid container. Employee removed the bowl.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door handle soiled next to triple sink at kitchen entrance.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots stored on floor under preparation table next to cook line.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler unit at 59F across cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle on preparation table next to hand wash sink. Employee removed the water.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee back pack stored on shelves used fir storing single service and cans. Employee removed the item.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets torn located next to kitchen exit door.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under hand wash sink next to preparation table.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed hole on floor at cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed 3 buckets of sour cream stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed tongs inside chips container on preparation table at kitchen entrance. Employee removed the tongs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer door gaskets soiled next to triple compartment sink at kitchen entrance.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed on shelve under preparation table next to hand wash sink.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed aluminum containers stored on shelve across cook line. Employee inverted the container.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw pork chops and raw shrimp not covered inside walk in cooler. Employee covered products.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork belly (Frozen) thawing at room temperature next to kitchen exit door. Also raw beef 41F, as per employee for an hour. Employee placed the products inside walk in cooler for proper thawing.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled with grease behind equipment storage area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed pipe leaking under hand wash sink next to preparation table.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on preparation table next to hand was sink. Also observed 2 more on preparation table next to cook line. Employee removed the wiping cloths.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw fish over fruit pulp inside walk in freezer.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener and cutting boards soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside grits container. Operator removed the bowl.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed inside walk in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at preparation area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed under prep table next to 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler door.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed next to the drain under between grill and steam table at kitchen area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on wall behind hand wash sink at prep area. Also in men bathroom.
Ice buildup in chest white reach-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink at prep area.
No hot running water at mop sink.
Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. Observed at men bathroom.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor unsealed and broken between grill and steam table at kitchen area.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed gas line exposed on floor at cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth on prep table at cook line.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 43 recorded, 8 high priority.
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed tomato sauce (63F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler as per operator from the previous night (more than 12 hrs).
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw fish over fruit pulp inside walk in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over refried beans. Also raw pork stored over tortillas inside walk in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee cutting raw chicken then went into the walk in cooler to move ready to eat foods. Operator was advised on correct procedures.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked veggies (49F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per operator from overnight. And, tomato sauce (63F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler as per operator from the previous night (more than 12 hrs). Operator segregated products to be discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked veggies (49F - Cold Holding); garlic in oil (47F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at cook line, as per operator from overnight. Operator segregated products to be discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sweet plantains (127F - Hot Holding); refried beans (120F - Hot Holding) on steam table. As per operator for less than an hour. Also french fries (86F - Hot Holding) at fryer as per operator half an hour.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Chlorine 400ppm).
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener and cutting boards soiled.
Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed certified food manager has no knowledge on the proper cooling process.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of food handler certification por cook.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed shredded chicken and mushroom sauce nit date marked inside reach in cooler across pots storage shelve. Also refried beans not date mark inside walk in cooler. As per operator from 3 days ago. Also shrimp ceviche at reach in cooler front counter. As per operator from 3 days ago. Discussed with operator about date marking.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle inside grits container. Operator removed the bowl.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed soiled reach in cooler door handles across storage shelves. Also walk in freezer and walk in cooler door handles soiled.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed inside walk in freezer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at preparation area.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed 2 clean pots improperly stored under the cabinet at front counter.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed under prep table next to 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler door.
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn at kitchen area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed next to the drain under between grill and steam table at kitchen area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw beef stored on walk in freezer floor. Also sour cream stored on walk in cooler floor. Operator rearranged the products.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes on wall behind hand wash sink at prep area. Also in men bathroom.
Ice buildup in chest white reach-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two tongs stored on grill oven door handle at kitchen area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop with handle in contact with sugar at wait prep station. Operator removed the handle.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no sign at hand wash sink at prep area.
No hot running water at mop sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled at cook line. Also walk in freezer door soiled with food debris and storage shelve soiled over 3 compartment sink next to walk in cooler.
Plumbing line from a removed fixture not capped off. Observed at men bathroom.
Reach-in cooler interior have accumulation of soil residues. Observed across pots storage shelves at kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Observed stored shredded chicken, mushroom sauce not covered inside reach in cooler across pots storage shelves. Also plantain empanadas not covered inside walk in freezer.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor unsealed and broken between grill and steam table at kitchen area.
Utility lines are unnecessarily exposed. Observed gas line exposed on floor at cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth on prep table at cook line.
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