Cold-Weather Shelters opening tonight across South Mississippi
Due to anticipated cold weather conditions, counties are announcing the opening of shelters.
Two shelters will open in Harrison County tonight, and subsequent nights as necessary.
- D’Iberville – Kenny Fournier Multipurpose Center – Opens at 4:30 pm • 10395 Automall Parkway, D’Iberville Gulfport
- Salvation Army Center of Hope – Opens at 6:00 pm • 2019 22nd Street, Gulfport
Transportation assistance is available; call Coast Transit Authority at (228) 896-8080 or check their website for route information. https://coasttransit.com/
For guidance on preparing for cold weather, call EMA at (228) 865-4002 or use National Weather Service safety information. https://www.weather.gov/safety/cold
Poplarville Community Saferoom, located at 124 Rodeo Street, will open at 3:00 PM this afternoon as a warming center and remain open until the dangerous cold has passed.
The Picayune Community Saferoom, located at 501 Laurel Street, will be open daily from 5:30 PM to 7:00 AM.
