COLUMBUS, Ind. – Bartholomew County Emergency Management and the City of Columbus remind residents that “Warming Centers” will continue to be open on Wednesday, January 22, to provide relief from the cold to residents who need it. The National Weather Service says the Cold Weather Advisory will end Wednesday at 10 a.m.
In Columbus, Donner Center at 739 22nd St., is available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Bartholomew County Public Library has both locations open as “Warming Centers” on Wednesday, January 22. The downtown main branch hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Hope branch, at 635 Harrison St., is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Brighter Days Housing shelter, 421 S. Mapleton St. in Columbus, can be used for warming after 5 p.m.
At Donner Center, crates are available for animals courtesy of Columbus Animal Care Services. Pets will not be allowed to roam free.
Officials ask the public to respect the rules of the “Warming Center” facilities and remind participants that food, showers, and areas for sleep are not available at the libraries or Donner Center.
