Pasco County, FL – Residents without reliable heat are urged to seek shelter tonight as Pasco County extends emergency cold weather shelter operations amid continued low overnight temperatures.
According to Pasco County officials and the Pasco Sheriff’s Office, cold weather shelters are open beginning Tuesday evening and will remain available through Thursday morning due to potentially dangerous conditions overnight. The shelters will reopen again Saturday night, Jan. 31, if cold conditions persist.
Shelters operate daily from 6 p.m. to 10 a.m. the following morning, providing a warm and safe place to sleep during the coldest hours. Officials warn that prolonged exposure to cold temperatures can be life-threatening, particularly for children, older adults, and people experiencing homelessness.
The following locations are currently open:
- Shady Hills Mission Chapel 15925 Greenleaf Lane, Spring Hill 📞 727-856-2948
- First Nazarene Church of Zephyrhills 6151 12th Street, Zephyrhills 📞 615-483-4356
County officials also urge residents to bring pets indoors and check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to the cold. Extra precautions should be taken for anyone spending extended time outdoors, including wearing layered clothing and limiting exposure when possible.
Law enforcement and emergency management partners continue to monitor conditions and may extend shelter operations further if temperatures remain low overnight.
Residents are encouraged to share this information with anyone who may need shelter during the cold snap.
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