#Vermont - Current #EmergencyShelters and #CoolingCenters

Not all shelters and cooling centers will be listed here; only those reported to VEM. You can call your town to ask about local warming centers, or call 2-1-1 to find a facility.

https://vem.vermont.gov/shelters

Map of cooling sites in Vermont:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/4fdb83b1ece3427ea81d83446ffb420b

Vermont’s Emergency Shelter Providers
https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermonts-emergency-shelter-providers/

Vermont Public Libraries (most will be closed on Friday because of the holiday):
https://libraries.vermont.gov/find-vermont-libraries?_gl=1*13juud8*_ga*Mzk5MDM0NDcyLjE3ODI4MzY3MDY.*_ga_V9WQH77KLW*czE3ODI4MzY3MDUkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODI4MzY4MjQkajI1JGwwJGgw

#ExtremeHeat #Heatwave #VermontWx #ClimateDiaryVermont #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness #StayCool #VermontResources

Just saw this story on the local news. Let me guess... The deceased went to the #WinterWarmingShelter to find it closed, then froze to death. Also, allegedly the shelter has 37 employees. You mean to tell me all of them called in sick when there was #WinterWeather? NO EXCUSE!

Human remains found behind #Homeless Services Center in #PortlandME

NEWS CENTER Maine Staff
Thu, March 19, 2026

"Decomposed human remains were discovered Thursday morning in a wooded area behind the Homeless Services Center in Portland, police said.

"Officers were called to 654 Riverside Ave. at about 8:42 a.m. on March 19 after receiving a report of the remains, which were found behind the building, according to a press release from the Portland Police Department.

"Police said the remains appeared to have been there for a 'significant amount of time.'

"Officials said at this time, the death does not appear suspicious.

"The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is still determining the cause and manner of death. Police are working to identify the deceased, according to the release."

Source:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/human-remains-found-behind-homeless-152307345.html

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#MainePol #Unhoused #Houseless #Maine #PortlandMaine #EmergencyShelters #WarmingShelters #StaffingIssues

So, what this does NOT address is the issue of staffing, or lack thereof! Maybe let a few unhoused folks live there, and then you'll have some staff! PLUS, the other issue is how far away from the downtown #PortlandME area (5 miles) it is! The same with #MaineNeeds (4 miles), where folks can get tents and clothing. Everything used to be centralized at #PrebleStreet, downtown, but noooo. Can't have homeless folks setting up tents near Whole F*cking Foods, can we?!!

Portland adds criteria to open emergency warming shelter after it failed to open during blizzard

The shelter will now open during blizzard and ice storm warnings, and there are procedures if a forecast changes quickly

by Adam Bartow, Mar 5, 2026

Excerpt: "The decision to activate the warming shelter with less than 48 hours' notice will be determined by the availability of staff needed to safely operate the facility."

Read more:
https://www.wmtw.com/article/portland-adds-criteria-emergency-warming-shelter-failed-open-blizzard/70610751

cc: @newsbot

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#WarmingShelters open in the #Carolinas ahead of #IceStorm

WSOCTV.com News Staff, Sat, January 24, 2026

"As a historic ice storm approaches the Carolinas, many counties are opening warming shelters for those who need a safe place to stay.

We’ve reached out to counties in #NorthCarolina and #SouthCarolina for their warming shelter plans, and we’ll update this article as locations are announced.

#MecklenburgCounty -

For Men: Roof Above provides shelter for men and expanded capacity at its shelter locations. Men may arrive at Roof Above at 3410 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.

For Women and Families: The Salvation Army provides shelter for women and families with expanded capacity at its shelter location. Women and families may arrive at the shelter at 534 Spratt Street, Charlotte between 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Transportation: Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) buses will offer rides to these shelter locations during this period. Riders must simply identify a designated shelter location to the driver.

Starting at 7:00 pm on Saturday, January 24th, Mecklenburg County and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management are opening a winter storm shelter at Grady Cole Recreation Center (310 N Kings Dr, #CharlotteNC 28204) in coordination with the Red Cross.

#AlexanderCounty

Alexander County will open an emergency shelter to support residents impacted by this weekend’s winter storm. The shelter will open on Sunday, January 25, at 9:00 a.m. in the JV gymnasium at Alexander Central High School (223 School Dr., Taylorsville). Food, water, and basic necessities will be provided.

#AnsonCounty-

A warming shelter will open at 2 p.m. on Saturday at Wadesboro Primary School, located at 1542 US Highway 52 South. The shelter will remain open until the weather stabilizes. Officials ask that you bring identification and essentials. Any pets should be caged.

#AsheCounty -

There will be temporary emergency shelter open Saturday morning at 10 am at Ashe County High School.

#CatawbaCounty -

The Salvation Army of Greater Hickory is opening, for information call 828-322-8061.

First United Methodist Church of Newton at 300 N. Main Ave

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF NEWTON (300 N Main Ave, Newton, NC 28658)

Statesville -

Officials are currently working with the Salvation Army located at 1361 Caldwell Street.

#GastonCounty -

Unity Baptist Church at 482 N. Myrtle School Road at 8 p.m. Friday through 7 a.m. Tuesday

#RowanCounty -

Rowan Helping Ministries is opening its warming station from Jan. 24 to Jan. 31 from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. nightly at 217 N. Long Street in #SalisburyNC.

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Source:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/warming-shelters-open-carolinas-ahead-210051039.html

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#Wisconsin - #Milwaukee adds an emergency #WarmingShelter amid extreme cold

by Maia Pandey, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Fri, January 23, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST

"Amid extreme cold, the City and County of Milwaukee are opening up an emergency warming shelter on Friday, Jan. 23.

"The newest shelter is at Washington Park Senior Center, 4420 W. Vliet St., and will be open until noon on Saturday, Jan. 24. That's in addition to seven warming shelters already open citywide, several of which have expanded their hours as the city sees -40 degree wind chills.

"With the wind chills posing significant risk of frostbite and hypothermia, it will be unsafe to be outside for even minutes at a time, health officials say.
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"Here's where to go if you're in need of shelter Friday:

Where are Milwaukee's warming shelters?

Here are the updated hours and locations of Milwaukee's warming shelters:

Guest House of Milwaukee (men only): 1216 N. 13th St., open all day Jan. 23 and until noon on Jan. 24 and 25. Capacity for 40 single men. Contact shelter at (414) 424-1271.

Joy House (women and families): 818 N. 19th St., open 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily. Capacity for five single women and five families. . Call 414-344-3774 before arriving.

Milwaukee Rescue Mission (men only): 830 N. 19th St., open 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily. Capacity for 30 single men. Call 414-935-0240 before arriving.

Repairers of the Breach (single adults only): 1335 W. Vliet St., open all day on Jan. 23 and 24. Capacity for 35 single men and 15 single women. Contact shelter at (414) 934-9305.

St. Vincent de Paul: 931 W. Madison St., open from 11 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. on Jan. 23 and 25. Contact shelter at (414) 649-9555.

Unity Lutheran Church (single adults only): 1025 E. Oklahoma Ave., open all day Jan. 23 and until noon on Jan. 24 and 25. Contact shelter at (414) 424-1268.

St. Benedict the Moor Parish: 930 W. State St., open for 24 hours a day until Jan. 26. Overnight accommodations will be available for 50 single men and 20 single women.

Washington Park Senior Center: 4420 W. Vliet St., open until Jan. 24 at 12 p.m.

Which city and county services are paused Friday?

City-operated buildings will remain open Friday, but non-emergency work will be paused for the day, including garbage and recycling pick-up, according to a news release from the Milwaukee Health Department and the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services..

For the county, the Milwaukee County Courthouse, Marcia P. Coggs Health and Human Services Center, community centers and senior centers will all remain open as scheduled.

However, outdoor activities at Milwaukee County Parks will be closed, and some county services, such as the Congregate Dining program and Meals on Wheels, may be disrupted by the weather."

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Source:
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/milwaukee-adds-emergency-warming-shelter-170037377.html

#WarmingSheltersInWisconsin #WarmingSheltersInMilwaukee #EmergencyShelters #ExtremeCold #OvernightShelters #Unhoused #Houseless #Homeless

"With subzero temperatures expected to set in on Friday, communities across #Vermont are opening emergency #shelters for people experiencing homelessness."

https://www.vermontpublic.org/local-news/2026-01-22/heres-where-vermont-shelters-are-opening-to-help-in-extreme-cold

#VtWx #Homeless #EmergencyShelters

#Louisiana - Water’s Edge Church #Warmingshelter opens due to harsh winter weather

By Ashley Levesque
Published: Jan. 21, 2026

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - "The Water’s Edge Church is opening their doors Sat. Jan. 24 at noon as a warming shelter due to harsh winter conditions.

They’ve requested volunteers starting at 9 a.m. on Saturday to help set up the shelter.

They’re accepting donations starting Thursday Jan. 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For any questions about donations, volunteering, or even if you’re interested in cooking a hot meal for the shelter, email Water’s Edge at [email protected] "
Source:
https://www.kplctv.com/2026/01/22/waters-edge-church-warming-shelter-opens-due-harsh-winter-weather/

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#ArcticBlast #LakeCharles #Emergencyshelters

#NorthCarolina- The Warming Shelter #WilmingtonNC to reopen ahead of #extremeCold weather

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - "The Warming Shelter in Wilmington will reopen Saturday, Jan. 24, for a planned seven-night operation due to extreme cold temperatures and predicted #FreezingRain.

"The all-volunteer overnight shelter is seeking additional help and support for the extended hours, announced shelter officials in a Facebook post.

"The shelter welcomes up to 125 people. Drugs, alcohol and weapons are not allowed on-site. The shelter operates entirely through volunteer efforts and relies on community donations for supplies and financial support.

"Volunteers can sign up using the link here, and the organization maintains an Amazon wish list for those wanted to donate items.

"Financial donations are accepted through the shelter’s website.

The shelter is located at 401 Grace St."

https://www.wect.com/2026/01/22/warming-shelter-wilmington-reopens-ahead-extreme-cold-weather/

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#ArcticBlast #EmergencyShelters

#Louisiana - #SaintLandry Parish opens #WarmingShelter for forecasted weather

by Lilianna Badeaux
Wed, January 21, 2026

ST. LANDRY PARISH, LA. (#KLFY) — "Due to forecasted cold weather expected in the coming days, St. Landry Parish Government will open a warming shelter for local residents.

"From Saturday, Jan. 24, through Tuesday, Jan.27, city officials said residents can have access to a warming shelter located at Indian Hills Country Club on 1141 E Prudhomme Street in #Opelousas.

"The warming shelter will open on Saturday, January 24 at 4:00 p.m. Participants are required to bring a valid state-issued ID for check-in. Residents are also encouraged to bring personal necessities, including but not limited to medications, pillows, blankets, snacks, and other essential items to ensure their comfort during their stay.

"Additional updates regarding shelter operations will be shared as weather conditions evolve.

"For more information, please contact St. Landry Parish Government at (337) 948-3688 or monitor official parish communication channels."

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https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/st-landry-parish-opens-warming-014342760.html

#ExtremeCold #ArcticBlast #Louisanna #EmergencyShelters