Warming Shelters open for second night
There are currently 18 people in the three Warming Shelters across Henderson County, according to county officials. These shelters were opened Monday for those in the county who have been without power.
The National Weather Service is forecasting another winter storm to hit the county Tuesday night and into Wednesday.
"This event is not over yet and these shelters are open for those that have the need," said County Judge Wade McKinney.
Warming shelter locations are:
-- Christian Youth Foundation (Disciples Crossing) 3693 SH 31 E, Athens
-- Murchison School 9661 E. Bankhead St, Murchison
-- Lakeside Baptist Church 4470 SH 274, Trinidad
Anyone utilizing the warming shelter locations is responsible for bringing their own blankets, pillows, etc. Masks will be required while inside the shelter and citizens are encouraged to bring their own masks. Blankets and jackets will not be provided by sheltering locations.
You can access warming shelter locations across the State by calling 2-1-1 or going to 211texas.org.
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