The Waco area is expecting a wintery mix Thursday, with the possibility for snow, sleet and freezing rain throughout the day. Warming Centers are popping up across the city.
The Salvation Army is opening their shelter at 300 Webster Avenue as a warming center for those experiencing homelessness.The group says the Warming Center will be open as long as the temperatures remain below 40 degrees, or there is a severe weather advisory. Meals and hygiene kits will also be provided for those seeking shelter.
For more information about the warming center or donation information, call 254-756-7271 or visit https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/waco
The City of Waco will also open the Multi-Purpose Community Center, 1020 Elm Avenue, as a warming center. The city will have cots, food and water available and support workers will be on-site. The center will be open from 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 8 through 10 a.m Friday, January 10.
More information about the Dewey Warming Center can be found at https://www.waco-texas.com/News/Warming-Center.
