Ann Arbor, MI – As temperatures plunge across Southeast Michigan this week, the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents that several warming shelters are open for those needing relief from the cold.
According to the Washtenaw County Office of Community & Economic Development, the Shelter Association of Washtenaw County has activated multiple warming locations through March 2026. Sites include Ypsilanti Freighthouse, First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor, St. Mary Student Parish, First Congregational Church, and First Baptist Church.
Shelters are open on designated dates, offering daytime refuge, warm meals, and assistance connecting to longer-term support. The full schedule is available on their website page.
Sheriff Alyshia M. Dyer urged residents to stay cautious during winter weather, noting, “It’s not worth endangering yourself and/or loved ones when bad weather is at play. Be smart, prepared, and safe.”
Officials also encourage drivers to monitor local weather alerts and road conditions, especially as icy conditions increase through the weekend. More details on winter preparedness and emergency alerts are available through the county’s website.
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