New London Opens Warming Centers Amid Dangerously Cold Weather

Information via City of New London

NEW LONDON, CT — The City of New London, working with the Homeless Hospitality Center, the New London Public Library and the New London Senior Citizen Center announced options for those in need warming options and or shelter for the upcoming intense cold weather expected in the area over the next few days.

The daytime Warming Centers will be at the New London Public Library at 63 Huntington Street. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:30 am to 7:00 pm; Friday and Saturday, 9:30 am through 5:00 pm; and Sunday, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm., and the Senior Citizen Center at 10 Brainard Street hours are Thursday, Friday, and Monday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

After hours, those in need should contact the Homeless Hospitality Center, 325 Huntington Street for assistance, call (860) 439-1573 or the state shelter response line at 211. Individuals requiring emergency assistance should call 911; those requiring non-emergency assistance or routine requests should call the City’s Dispatch Center at (860) 447-5269.

New London Police and Fire Department Personnel will closely monitor those at risk or needing sheltering services. Community members are encouraged to check on their family members and neighbors who might be at risk and require additional assistance during this dangerous cold period.