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Cold Weather Shelters Open in Sarasota County

Staff Report / sarasotalocal.org

**Cold Weather Shelters Open in Sarasota County Tonight**

Sarasota County Emergency Management has coordinated with local community and municipal partners to provide cold weather shelters for residents in need due to a significant drop in temperatures. The shelters will be open on Sunday, Jan. 7, and Monday, Jan. 8, beginning at 5 p.m. on both days. Individuals attending are encouraged to bring their own sleeping materials.

**Shelter Locations:**

- **100 Church**

Address: 14525 Tamiami Trail, North Port

(Accessible via Breeze Route 9; the closest stop is a 0.1-mile walk from the shelter at Tamiami Trail and Espanola Avenue/Almonte Terrace.)

- **Salvation Army**

Address: 1400 10th St., Sarasota

(Accessible via Breeze Routes 7, 2, and 99. The nearest bus stops are 0.2 to 0.3 miles away.)

Residents can use the Sarasota County Breeze bus service for transportation to the shelters. For more information on public transit routes and schedules, visit [www.scgov.net/breeze](www.scgov.net/breeze) or use the Breeze Rider app for real-time updates.

**Stay Warm and Safe:**

Emergency officials remind the public to avoid leaving pets outside and to dress in multiple warm layers when spending time outdoors. Exposure to wind should be limited as much as possible. Additionally, caution is advised when using heating devices to prevent the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning or fires. Visit [Sarasota County Fire Department's Safety Tips](https://loom.ly/6yQ5ZEo) for more information on staying safe while heating your home.

For more details, contact Sarasota County Emergency Services at 941-861-5000 or visit [scgov.net](http://scgov.net).

Source: Sarasota County Emergency Services

Source Type: EMS

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Jan 7, 2025 at 1:41 PM

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