Due to dangerous conditions, Washington County has activated inclement weather shelters that will open their doors to anyone seeking shelter during the heat wave. These beds supplement the Washington County emergency shelter program, which currently offers 440 bedsrooms to meet a variety of household needs including families with children, veterans, youth, and medically fragile individuals. Shelters will remain open 24 hours throughout the severe weather event. Meals are provided for guests, no one will be turned away, and pets are okay be prepared to work with shelter staff as locations individual pet policies may vary. If someone outside is unsheltered and whose life appears to be in danger, call 911. Otherwise, if you see someone about whom you are concerned during cold weather call the police nonemergency number at 5036290111 and request a welfare check. If forecasted weather continues to require activation of the Inclement Weather shelters, up to date information can be found here:wcor.usSevereWeatherShelter. Source: Washington County
Washington County opens inclement weather shelters due to dangerous conditions, offering 440 bedrooms for various needs. Shelters will be open 24 hours during the heat wave, providing meals and welcoming pets. Call 911 for unsheltered individuals in danger, and the police nonemergency number for welfare checks. Stay updated at wcor.usSevereWeatherShelter.