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With an ice storm forecast followed by frigid cold, communities around the Triangle are preparing to provide shelter and warmth for those without power.
Raleigh/Wake County warming shelters
In Wake County, two high schools will be open to the public beginning at 3 p.m. Saturday:
Southeast Raleigh High School, located at 2600 Rock Quarry Road in Raleigh, and
Heritage High School, located at 1150 Forestville Road, Wake Forest.
Raleigh white flag shelters
Raleigh also has “white flag” shelters open anytime the forecast calls for 35 degrees Fahrenheit or below with wind chill or other severe weather that poses a danger to health and safety.
- Men can stay at Second Street Place (SSP), 5010 Second St.
- Women can stay at First Baptist Church (FBC), 99 N. Salisbury St.
- Families can stay at the Salvation Army, 1863 Capital Blvd.
Durham County warming shelters
Durham city and county governments are partnering to operate a shelter at Northern High School, 4622 N. Roxboro St.
The shelter opened at 10 a.m. Saturday with cots, meals, showers, phone charging, transportation, and pet kennels available.
Johnston County warming shelters
Street Reach of Johnston County began welcoming people at 2 p.m. Saturday to the Smithfield Rescue Mission at 523 Glenn St.
Orange County warming shelters
Smith Middle School, 9201 Seawell School Road in Chapel Hill, is open to families, including pets.
Franklin County warming shelters
The Franklin County Department of Social Services (DSS) and Health Services lobby at 107 Industrial Drive in Louisburg, is open beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday for those who lose heat at home.
Vance County warming shelters
Eaton Johnson Gym, at 500 N. Beckford Drive in Henderson, will open to the public at 7 p.m. on Saturday.
What to bring to an emergency shelter
People taking shelter should bring:
• Prescription medications
• Special need items, such as eyeglasses, contact lens solution, hearing aid batteries, etc.
• Hygiene supplies like toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, baby wipes, feminine hygiene products and sanitizer.
• Extra, warm clothing
• Pillows, blankets, sleeping bags
• Items for infants/young children, such as formula, diapers, bottles, etc.
• Cash
• Chargers for electronics
• Quiet ways to stay entertained, including headphones, books or games
Not all shelters provide space for pets. Check with the shelter if you plan to bring a pet.
Pet owners should bring all the items needed for pet care, including medications, crates, leashes, pet food, cat litter.
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