Thousands are still without power and displaced from their homes, while emergency personnel and lineworkers continue to work around the clock to pick up the pieces after severe storms hammered
Thousands are still without power and displaced from their homes, while emergency personnel and lineworkers continue to work around the clock to pick up the pieces after severe storms hammered
As of Tuesday morning, more than 146 shelters and warming stations opened throughout the state. Author: Payton Weidman Updated: 1:54 PM CST February 17, 2021
TYLER, Texas As of Tuesday morning, more than 146 shelters and warming stations opened throughout the state, including several in East Texas.
Many of these places encourage people to come with blankets, chargers, as well as something to sit on, and masks are required. People who need to use the warming centers are also encouraged to call ahead if possible to check for space.
CBS19 has compiled a list of warming centers across the region:
Angelina County
The Pitser Garrison Convention Center will remain open as a cold-weather shelter for those without power through at least Thursday.
Warming Stations Are Open Across East Texas
This unprecedented winter storm that has ravaged Texas is expected to continue this week and as we woke to temps in the single digits and below and thousands without electricity or heat, this is vital information that you need to share with folks who are suffering right now.
Our partners at KLTVand the City Of Tyler, have shared a list of locations across East Texas that are opening up as warming centers for families and those who need to get warm for a while the wait for electricity continues.
Some locations will be open for shelter purposes if you need to stay for more than a few hours and others will only allow you to stay for a few hours to let others come in and get warm and please remember to follow all COVID guidelines when you arrive. Also, bring food, snacks, face masks, clothes, blankets, medications, diapers, formula and other essential items with you.
The City says residents should wear a face mask and practice social distancing when at the centers. Author: Giselle Chavez (CBS 19) Published: 12:33 PM CST February 16, 2021 Updated: 7:44 PM CST February 18, 2021
TYLER, Texas City of Tyler officials and faith organizations have come together to open warming centers across the city for residents without power.
Residents are reminded that warming centers are not medical facilities and not equipped to deal with medical emergencies.
Residents should call the warming center before making plans to relocate.
Bethel Baptist Church, located at 504 W. 32nd St., will open today at 5 p.m. and will be open overnight. Contact: Ricky Garner at (903) 312-0734. Tyler Fire is providing 50 cots at this facility.