LIST: Warming shelters opening across the Valley
Several shelters and warming centers are opening across the Rio Grande Valley due to an arctic blast arriving next week that's expected to drop temperatures.
Below is a list of the facilities. This list will be updated as more warming centers and shelters are announced.
CAMERON COUNTY
Bayview
Bayview City Hall
- Located at 104 S. San Roman St.
- Open Monday, Jan. 15 through Wednesday, Jan. 17 from 9 a.m. to 11p.m.
Brownsville
Downtown Recreation Center
- 1338 E. 8th St.
- (956) 542-2064
- Hours of Service:
Tuesday starting at 5:00PM
Wednesday open until 9PM
Brownsville Sports Park Dome
- 1000 Sports Park Boulevard
- (956) 574-6650
- Hours of Service:
Tuesday starting at 5:00PM
Wednesday open until 9PM
West Iglesia Bautista
- 925 W. St. Charles
- (956) 546-3607
The City of Brownsville is also partnered with a local downtown church to assist those who have a need for a warm place to stay during the cold weather spell. The West Iglesia Bautista will open its doors to those in need on Monday at 6:00PM.
Ozanam Center
- Located at 656 N. Minnesota Ave.
- Will be open 24/7 starting on Monday, Jan. 15.
-Donations of blankets and warm clothing can be dropped off at 656 N. Minnesota Ave.
Good Neighbor Settlement Home
- Located at 1254 E. Tyler St.
- Opens Monday, Jan. 15 at 7:30 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m.
Harlingen
Loaves and Fishes
-Located at 514 South E. St.
- Opens on Sunday, Jan. 14 at 6 p.m. and will remain open through Tuesday, Jan. 16.
Harlingen Community Center
- Located at 201 E. Madison Ave.
- Opens Monday, Jan. 15 at 8 a.m.
Port Isabel
Port Isabel Police Department
- Located at 110 W. Hickman Ave.
- Will operate 24/7 starting on Monday, Jan. 15.
HIDALGO COUNTY
Edinburg
Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library
- Warming center located at 1906 S. Closner Blvd.
- Warming center will open Monday, Jan. 15 at 8 p.m. and close on Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 8 a.m. It will open again on Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 8 p.m. and close on Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 8 a.m.
- No pets allowed
-For more info., call 956-383-6246
McAllen
The Salvation Army in McAllen
- Located at 1600 n. 23rd St.
- Shelter restrictions will be eased on Monday, Jan. 15. Proof of homelessness won't be required.
- Shelter opens at 5 p.m. on Monday and will close on Wednesday at 8:30 a.m.
- Families are welcomed to stay throughout the night and day.
- Everyone is asked to bring your own pillows, blankets, medications, etc.
Las Palmas Community Center
- Located at 1921 N. 25th St.
- The shelter will be open Monday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. through Wednesday, Jan. 17.
- Residents are asked to bring essential items such as non-perishable food, water, prescription medication, toiletry items, pillows and sleeping bags. A limited number of cots will be available.
- No pets allowed except for properly documented service animals.
- Anyone who needs transportation to the shelter can take any Metro McAllen bus and will be given a free ride to Las Palmas Community Center only.
- For more information, contact the shelter directly at (956) 681-3350.
Mission
Mission Parks & Recreation building
- Located at 721 N. Bryan rd.
- Warming center, opens Monday, Jan. 15 at 6 p.m. and closes on Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 8 a.m.
- Must bring an ID and pets are not allowed.
- Please bring water, snacks, pillows, blankets, medications and toiletry items
- Families will be allowed to stay the night, if needed
- Call 956-580-8760 to register
Hidalgo County Precinct 3 meeting hall
- Located at 724 Breyfogle Road
- Doors open Monday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. and close Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 7 a.m. They will reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 7 p.m. and close Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 7 a.m.
- Individuals are asked to bring a pillow, blanket, medication, non-perishable foods and snacks
- No pets except for service animals
- For more information, call or text 956-358-6612
Peñitas
Peñitas Public Library
- 1111 S. Main st.
- Open 24 hours through Wednesday morning
- Please bring your own water, snacks, pillows, blankets, medications and toiletry items
Sullivan City
Sullivan City Fire Department
- 500 S Cenizo Dr.
- Will open on Monday, Jan. 15 and Tuesday, Jan. 16.
- Call ahead at 956-485-9208.
Weslaco
First Baptist Church
- Located at 600 S. Kansas Ave.
- Warming shelter will open on Monday, Jan. 15 and Tuesday, Jan. 16 from 6 p.m. to 9 a.m.
- Valid picture ID is required.
- Call 956-968-9585 for more details.
Mercedes
Mercedes Safe Room Community Recreation Center
- Located at 1202 N. Vermont Ave
- Shelter opens Monday, Jan. 15 at 6 p.m. and closes Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 12 p.m.
Hidalgo
Hidalgo Youth Center
- Located at 902 S. 2nd Street
- Opens Monday, Jan. 15 at 5 p.m. and closes on Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 12 p.m.
Progreso
Dorothy Thompson Middle School
- Located at 108 FM 1015
- The shelter will open on Monday, Jan. 15 at 6 p.m. and close on Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 7 a.m.
- The shelter will reopen on Tuesday at 6 p.m. and close on Wednesday at 7 a.m.
- The shelter will reopen once again on Wednesday at 6 p.m. to Thursday at 7 a.m.
- Everyone must vacate the premises at 7 a.m.
- Individuals are encouraged to bring a pillow, blanket, non-perishable food and snacks and any necessary medication.
- No pets will be allowed.
Donna
Boys and Girls Club
- Located at 307 Miller Ave
- The shelter will be open on Monday, Jan. 15 8 p.m. to 11 a.m. and on Wednesday, Jan. 17 8 p.m. to 11 a.m.
- No reservations needed
- No pets
- Must be 18 years, unless accompanied by an adult
- Individuals are asked to bring their own blanket, pillows, toiletries and medications.
- Bring your own food and snacks
STARR COUNTY
Escobares
Escobares Community Center
- Located at 4829 Old Highway 83 behind city hall
- Walk-ins allowed
- Open Monday, Jan. 15 through Thursday, Jan. 18.
- Will remain open as needed
Rio Grande City
Casa de Esperanza
-Located at 804 Ringgold St.
- Open all day starting on Tuesday, Jan. 16 and on Wednesday, Jan. 17
- Space is limited. Call ahead at 956-263-0562
Wings on Fire Ministries
- Located at 1207 N. Avasolo
- The shelter will open on Monday at 7 p.m. and close on Tuesday at 10 a.m.
- Rides are offered to nearby residents. Call 956-352-5156.
First Baptist Church
- Located at 1196 W. Main Street
- The shelter will open Monday through Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. and reopen Tuesday through Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Roma
Roma Fire Department
- Located at 901 E Grant St.
- Warming shelter open Monday, Jan. 15 through Wednesday, Jan. 17
- Please bring your medications, blankets and hygiene items
- Walk-ins welcome. Call 956-849-1770 for more details.
229th Judicial District Attorney's Office
Crime Victims Center
- Located at 1334 4th Street
- Call or text to reserve a spot prior to arriving at shelter: 956-476-8109 or 956-476-8108
- The shelter will be open Monday, Jan. 15 and Tuesday, Jan 16, from 6 p.m. to 9 a.m.
- Please bring your own snacks, medication and toiletry items
- If possible, bring blankets and pillows. A limited supply will be available at the site
WILLACY COUNTY
Raymondville
Raymondville Community Center
-Located at 523 W N. 7th St.
- Doors will open Monday., Jan. 15 at 5 p.m. through Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 8 a.m.
- Bring your own food, blankets and other supplies.
- Report to the Raymondville Police Department prior to using the shelter.
Willacy County Sheriff's Office
Will be open to anyone seeking a warm place to stay.
Will provide hot coffee.
For any additional information please call our 24 hour dispatch at 956-689-5576.
Beginning Monday January, 15th from 7 PM to 1PM on Wednesday January 17th.
If you take medication, don't forget to bring it with you.
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