Austin, TX
City of Austin activates cold shelters heading into the weekend
AUSTIN, Texas —The City of Austin posted on X that cold weather shelters are going to be open this week and heading into the weekend.
According to the weather forecast, temperatures could be below freezing on Friday and Saturday, with a low of 25 degrees on Saturday. Although no precipitation is forecasted, temperatures are likely to be below freezing for multiple days.
According to the post, residents are encouraged to “go to One Texas Center (OTC), 505 Barton Springs Road from 6-8pm to register for overnight shelter.”
The City of Austin’s website says that CapMetro transports will be taking registered individuals to the shelters, along with shelters that have accessibility for the unhoused, those who are not and families with children.
“Families with children, as well as unaccompanied minors, seeking refuge during Cold Weather Shelter activation periods will be provided with coordination for an overnight stay,” the website stated.
More information about the guidelines and the shelters can be found here.