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Warming Centers Opening In Portsmouth Amid Frigid Temperatures

Winds chills in RI are expected to be dangerous and reach their coldest since February 2016, according to the National Weather Service.

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Communities across the state, including Portsmouth, have designated warming centers aimed at helping residents stay warm.
Communities across the state, including Portsmouth, have designated warming centers aimed at helping residents stay warm. (Rachel Nunes/Patch)

PORTSMOUTH, RI — Frigid temperatures are in the forecast in Rhode Island, with temperatures expected to fall well below zero.

Communities across the state, including Portsmouth, have designated warming centers aimed at helping residents stay warm.

The list of warming centers below was provided by the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency.

Find out what's happening in Portsmouthfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Portsmouth:

Portsmouth Free Public Library: 2658 East Main Road

  • Monday to Thursday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Friday to Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Phone: 401-683-4106.

Portsmouth Multi-Purpose Senior Center: 110 Bristol Ferry Road

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  • Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Phone: 401-683-4106.

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