Newport, VT – As freezing temperatures move into the region this weekend, Orleans County officials are urging residents to take advantage of local cold weather resources, including designated warming shelters in Newport.
According to information shared by local authorities, two warming shelter locations will be available with staggered hours to provide continuous coverage during extreme cold conditions.
The Newport Municipal Building, located at 222 Main Street in Newport, will operate as a warming shelter from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Residents seeking overnight warmth can go to NEKCA, located at 371 Main Street in Newport, which will be open from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.
Officials stress that these locations are intended to help individuals who may be vulnerable to the cold, including those without reliable heat or shelter during overnight freezing conditions.
For residents experiencing housing emergencies, Emergency Housing services are available by calling 800-775-0506 during business hours. After hours, help can be accessed by dialing 211 and selecting option 5, which connects callers to emergency assistance resources.
Those seeking longer-term shelter options may also contact the Moose River Shelter, located at 72 Moose River Drive in St. Johnsbury. To be placed on the shelter’s waitlist, individuals should call 802-624-0949.
Officials remind residents to check on neighbors, limit time outdoors during extreme cold, and seek help early if heating or housing issues arise.
In case of an immediate emergency, residents are advised to call 911.
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