Detroit, MI – As dangerously cold temperatures continue across Metro Detroit, city officials are urging residents to take precautions and use available warming resources to stay safe.
According to the City of Detroit, emergency overnight stand-by shelters, warming centers, and respite locations are open to ensure residents have access to safe, warm spaces during the extreme cold. The city emphasized that anyone concerned about a person’s immediate safety due to weather conditions should call 911 to request a welfare check.
City officials confirmed that Detroit recreation centers and public libraries remain open during normal business hours, providing additional daytime warming options for residents who need relief from the cold.
Several overnight stand-by shelters are operating through Tuesday, January 27, at noon, including:
- Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries
13130 Woodward Ave. - The Pope Francis Center
2915 W. Hancock St. - Neighborhood Service Organization
882 Oakman Blvd.
Open from Friday, January 23, at 6 p.m. through Tuesday, January 27, at noon
Residents in need of shelter placement, transportation assistance, or other emergency support can call the city’s 24/7 helpline at 866-313-2520. The number is available around the clock and can be used to connect individuals experiencing homelessness or unsafe conditions with immediate help.
Officials are also encouraging neighbors to check on seniors, individuals with disabilities, and anyone without reliable heat during the cold snap.
More information and updated shelter locations can be found at detroitmi.gov.
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