Lake County, FL – As temperatures drop this week, Lake County officials have announced the opening of a cold weather shelter at LifePointe Church (3551 E. Orange Ave, Eustis) on Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 10 and 11. The shelter will open at 5 p.m. nightly and close at 7 a.m. each morning, according to Lake County Emergency Management.
According to county officials, Lake County Transit will offer free transportation for residents seeking warmth and safety. Services include fixed-route buses (LakeXpress), paratransit options (Lake County Connection), and a cold-weather shuttle to and from the shelter. Residents can call (352)742-1940 for LakeXpress details or (352)742-2612 for paratransit assistance.
Morning return trips will begin at 7 a.m. daily, with shuttle stops including The Open Door, Ardice Transfer Center, Citizens Transfer Center in Leesburg, Salvation Army on South Street, and Clermont Park and Ride. Evening routes begin at 3:20 p.m. from the Salvation Army and continue through multiple pickup locations before returning to LifePointe Church.
The County will monitor weather conditions and determine how long the shelter remains open. Updates will be issued as needed. Residents can receive cold-weather alerts and resource information by texting “COLD” to 888-777.
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