severe weather

The latest from Annette M. Evans, Washington County Department of Housing Services:

A few changes in Washington County shelter openings in the next few days as freezing temperatures are forecasted for Tuesday evening.

There are many cold weather shelters open tonight. Check out the map below and click here to view detailed information about each site.

From Annette M. Evans, Washington County Department of Housing Services:

From Annette M. Evans, Washington County Department of Housing Services: 

I’ve been working for 211info for three-plus years and the most intense time of year is when emergency shelter is declared.

When sleet starts to fall or light snow drifts from the sky everyone starts to wonder if the City of Portland will declare emergency shelter so those sleeping on the streets have a place to go.

Every week we share updates about Washington Co. Severe Weather/Warming centers. Below is the listing for 11/23 - 11/29. Listing is subject to change at any time. Thanks to Annette M. Evans from the Washington County Department of Housing Services for sharing.

St. Anthony's in Tigard opened their shelter on 11/25 and will be open again on 11/26 to provide a warm place for homeless to sleep during the overnight freezing temperatures. This is an update to the Activation Schedule released last Friday.

From Annette M. Evans, Washington County Department of Housing Services.

11/19/2012 - Due to the high winds and urban flooding, St. Anthony's (Tigard) has opened their Severe Weather Shelter this evening.

11/21/2012 - Rolling Hills Community Church shelter will be open.

Please see the Shelter Activation (2 pages) with the first page in English and the second page in Spanish.

Every winter, we at 211info step up our game to serve those experiencing homelessness in the Portland metro area.

Here is an overview of our service changes for this time of increased need.

As CRESA outlined thoroughly in this post about helping Sandy victims, one of the most helpful things you can do in a crisis situation is sign up to volunteer ahead of time:

During emergency situations, first responders and emergency services personnel will aim to use affiliated volunteers first.