Shelters Open 24 Hours Amid Extreme Cold

As extreme cold weather approaches, various shelters across the U.S. are extending their hours to provide refuge for those in need. In Escambia County, Florida, the Waterfront Rescue Mission and other local centers will operate at expanded capacity, offering overnight shelter as well as warming services throughout the day. Similarly, the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) in Bozeman and Livingston, Montana, will implement a 'Code Blue' to remain open 24/7 from January 18 through January 20, addressing life-threatening conditions for unhoused individuals. In Pueblo, Colorado, the Pueblo Shelter will also remain open continuously from January 18 to January 21, supplying meals and cold weather gear to the community. Local organizations are actively seeking donations to support these efforts, emphasizing the urgency of keeping vulnerable populations safe during the severe cold snap. Communities are urged to assist by providing resources or volunteering to help maintain these critical services.