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Where to find warming centers in Delaware during freezing temps
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As temperatures fall, the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services will open multiple warming stations to provide shelter for anyone in need starting Jan. 28.
These stations will offer Delawareans “a safe, warm space to get relief from the cold,” according to a post from the department on the social media platform Facebook issued Jan. 27.
Temperatures through Jan. 30 are expected to be below freezing, with another chance of snow predicted for this weekend, according to a recent National Weather Service report.
The warming centers will include facilities located in all three counties, including Wilmington, Dover and Georgetown.
Here’s what Delawareans should know.
Delaware warming stations
New Castle County
Canby Park Office, 1920 Maryland Ave., Wilmington
Churchman’s Corporate Center, 84 Christiana Road, New Castle
Claymont State Service Center, 3301 Green St., Claymont
Kent County
James W. Williams State Service Center, 805 River Road, Dover
Smyrna State Service Center, 200 South DuPont Blvd., Suite 101, Smyrna
Sussex County
Anna C. Shipley State Service Center, 350 Virginia Ave., Seaford
Laurel State Service Center, 31039 North Poplar St., Laurel
Thurman Adams State Service Center, 546 S. Bedford St. Georgetown
Delaware warming station hours
Stations will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 28. Stations will remain open throughout the remainder of the week, through Jan. 30.
These centers will provide space to residents in need of “a safe, warm place to go,” according to the Facebook post.
How to stay warm
With winter now in full force, residents are urged to take the necessary steps to stay safe as the weather turns cold.
This includes making sure your homes “can be safely heated” and you always have crucial items on hand in case of an emergency, including non-perishable and pet foods, water and medicine.
Delawareans are also encouraged to have a driving kit in their car this winter.
Items should include blankets or sleeping bags, extra warm clothing, first-aid supplies, drinking water and shelf-stable food items like protein or energy bars and trail mix.
Olivia Montes covers state government and community impact for Delaware Online/The News Journal. If you have a tip or a story idea, reach out to her at omontes@delawareonline.com.