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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The National Weather Service has projected temperatures to fall below freezing in our area next week. Temperatures for Tuesday and Wednesday morning are expected to reach the mid-20’s for several hours. In response these conditions, warming stations will be available, during the following times:

Monday December 29th at 7:00 pm Tuesday December 30that 7:00 am
Tuesday December 30th at 7:00 pm Wednesday December 31st at 7:00 am

Warming Station Locations

First Baptist Church – Family Life Center

300 West Main Street Dothan, Alabama 36301

This warming station will be operated by the Southeast Alabama Coalition for the Homeless (SEACH). SEACH is requesting volunteers to assist with operations.

Cottonwood Community Church

1331 Metcalf Street Cottonwood, Alabama 36320

Meals and cots will be provided at both locations. Doors will lock each night at 9:00 pm for the safety of guests and volunteers. If you know of someone with sheltering needs or if you would like to volunteer at the First Baptist Church warming station, please contact the Dothan-Houston County Emergency Management Agency at 334-794-9720. For additional information or community resources, please dial 2-1-1.

Respectfully,

Mark Powell

Director / Dothan-Houston County Emergency Management Agency