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.
Tyler BBQ restaurant offering shelter from frigid temperatures
Poke In Da Eye World Championship BBQ & Catering, located at 11811 SH 64 in Tyler, is offering shelter and food for those who are in need. Author: Reagan Roy Updated: 4:07 AM CST February 17, 2021
TYLER, Texas A local BBQ restaurant is opening their doors as a shelter from the frigid winter weather.
Poke In Da Eye World Championship BBQ & Catering, located at 11811 SH 64 in Tyler, is offering shelter and food for those who are in need. We have power for now at our barn, if you have lost power and need a place to stay warm, come on down, we have room for bunches, the restaurant said on Facebook. If you cant get out, call me at 832-474-987. I have 4-wheel drive will come get ya.