BRAZOS COUNTY, Texas — The upcoming cold front is bringing a dangerous drop in temps and in order to stay safe, warming centers are opening up around the Brazos Valley to protect those who need shelter.
Here is a list of some warming shelters around the area that community members can utilize this week. The centers are in standby operations, according to an update from the cities of Bryan and College Station on Friday, Dec. 23.
Twin City Mission - Bryan, Texas
This community center in Bryan will offer a warm place to stay and two meals a day during this week's harsh freeze. They want to help protect community members from the dangerous weather.
- Location: 2505 South College Avenue
- Hours: Open Monday through Friday, able to provide overnight services through freezing temperatures
Salvation Army Brazos County - Bryan, Texas *(CLOSED)*
The Salvation Army is ready to open their doors to those in need ahead of the upcoming winter blast. Snacks, water, and charging stations will be available to those at the warming center. Additionally, the organization is providing staff, volunteers, and supplies.
- Location: 2506 Cavitt Ave
- Hours:
Open Thursday, Dec. 22 from noon to 5 p.m. and Friday, Dec. 23 through Sunday, Dec. 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Brazos County VFW post - Bryan, Texas
Similarly to The Salvation Army's warming center, the Brazos County VFW post will be providing similar commodities to those at the location. Charging stations, water, and snacks will be provided. Additionally, individuals and families are encouraged to bring personal supplies for overnight stays.
John Velasquez, the Senior Vice Commander at VFW, said, "Our building is large, we have a lot of parking area, good location, easy to find, people know they can call VFW. We're gonna offer the building and the kitchen facilities. People are donating hot chocolate, coffee, they're gonna be bringing snacks, anything that we can be a part of, we will."
The location be open until 10 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 23, and will be available as needed by dialing 211, according to an update from the city of Bryan.
- Location: 794 N Harvey Mitchell Pkwy
- Hours: Open Thursday, Dec. 22 at 5 p.m.; runs through 11 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 25
For more information about the centers and transportation options, the cities of Bryan and College Station advise calling 211.