This weekend, Etowah County will face below freezing temperatures and wind chills. For information on building emergency supply kits and winter weather preparedness tips, visit https://www.weather.gov/bmx/outreach_wwaw2018 orhttp://gecema.com/winter-weather/ .

The following locations will open as Warming Centers:

• Saturday, January 19^th, 5:00 p.m. – until stated otherwise

The Salvation Army (114 N 11th Street, Gadsden)

(256) 546-4673

Shelter available for single individuals

Please bring all needed medications

No pets allowed

• Saturday, January 19^th at 12 p.m. – Tuesday, January 22^nd at 8 a.m.

Elliott Community Center (2829 W Meighan Blvd, Gadsden)

(256) 549-4674

Elliott Community Center is our Family and overflow Warming Center

Pet Friendly in Crate

• Open normal business hours (Closed Sunday)

Gadsden Public Library (254 S. College Street, Gadsden)

(256) 549-4699

Pet-Friendly in Crate

Citizens may also dial “211” First Call for Help for more information specific to Etowah County.

Please follow @GECEMA on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates.

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