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An interim memorial for the 49 people killed in a mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida, has opened to the public.

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An interim memorial for the 49 people killed in a mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida, has opened to the public.

The onePULSE Foundationsays the temporary memorial opened on May 8 at the site of the Pulse nightclub, which has remained closed since the June 2016 shooting.

The club’s sign was improved, and a fountain destroyed by gunfire was restored. A new fence surrounding the club’s perimeter features panels and murals honoring the victims, survivors and first responders. 

Planning and designing continues for the permanent memorial. A search for architects will begin in July.

Gunman Omar Mateen opened fire at the club. He pledged allegiance to the Islamic State during a three-hour standoff before he was killed in a shootout with police.

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