Approximately 120 individuals stayed overnight at the 24-hour warming station operated by the City of Birmingham in partnership with Jimmie Hale Mission and Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex. Operators of the warming station expect to see an increase in the number of guests tonight as the extreme cold continues.
The City of Birmingham would like to thank the public for the many donations dropped off throughout the day. At this time, clothing donations are not needed. There remains a high demand for bottled water and blankets that would fit a twin size bed or larger. Bottled water and blankets may be dropped off at the warming station at BJCC South Exhibition Hall, located at 1962 9th Ave North between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
The warming station will continue a 24-hour operation for the public through Sunday, December 25.
Those needing warm shelter can come to the BJCC South Exhibition Hall during that time. Food will be provided.
The city will continue to monitor temperatures to determine hours of operation for the days following Christmas.
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