The Brief
- Multiple Florida counties are activating cold weather shelters as overnight temperatures drop to dangerous levels.
- Shelters, warming centers, and transportation assistance are available for individuals, families, and those without heat.
- Officials urge residents to practice cold weather and fire safety to protect people, pets, and homes.
ORLANDO, Fla. – With colder temperatures expected across Central and North Florida, counties are activating cold weather and warming shelters to protect residents who lack adequate heat or housing.
These shelters provide a safe, warm place to stay overnight during periods when temperatures fall to dangerous levels and the FOX 35 Storm Team anticipates lows in the 30s and 40s across all of Central Florida by Wednesday and “feels like” temperatures in the 20s.
Below is a county-by-county summary of available cold weather shelter locations, followed by important cold weather safety tips for everyone. Check back for updates as more counties will be added to our list.
Cold Weather Shelter Locations by County
Alachua County (Gainesville) cold shelters
City officials in Gainesville have activated the Cold Night Shelter (CNS) Program to provide additional shelter capacity while overnight temperatures fall below 45°F.…