DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — With temperatures expected to fall into the mid-20s next week, local emergency officials say warming stations will open in Dothan and Cottonwood to help anyone needing a safe place to stay.
Starting Sunday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m., First Baptist Church on West Main Street will open its Family Life Center as an overnight warming station. It will remain open until 7 a.m. Monday. The same schedule will repeat Monday night into Tuesday morning. Officials say the site will be operated by the Southeast Alabama Coalition for the Homeless, which is also looking for volunteers to help.
Cottonwood Community Church will offer the same overnight hours, providing meals and cots. Doors at both locations will lock at 9 p.m. each night for safety.
Emergency Management Director Mark Powell said residents concerned about someone in need of shelter can reach the Dothan-Houston County Emergency Management Agency at 334-794-9720. For general community assistance, callers can dial 2-1-1.
