"New York City is locked in one of its coldest stretches in years -and it's not just uncomfortable, it's dangerous. With wind chills dipping below zero and another winter system looming in the forecast, the city has expanded its network of warming centers, buses, and drop-in spaces to ensure no one has to ride out this freeze outdoors. Whether you're looking for a place to warm up yourself or trying to help someone else, here's how to find a warming center fast-and what to expect once you're inside:"
"The quickest way is to call 311. Operators can tell you exactly where the nearest warming center or warming bus is, based on your location and what hours it's open. You can also flag someone in distress by calling 311; during extreme cold, calls are rerouted to emergency services to speed up outreach. If you're already out and about, many warming buses are parked near major hospitals, subway stations and drop-in centers-especially overnight, when the cold is most dangerous."
"Warming centers aren't just shelters. Right now, NYC is using a mix of: Public hospitals and Health + Hospitals clinics Drop-in centers Public schools and community spaces Mobile warming buses across all five boroughs Some locations are open overnight only, while others operate 24/7, especially hospitals and drop-in centers."
New York City is experiencing one of its coldest stretches in years, with wind chills dipping below zero and another winter system approaching. The city expanded its network of warming centers, mobile buses, drop-in centers, public hospitals, clinics, schools and community spaces to prevent people from remaining outdoors. The fastest way to find a warming site is to call 311 for locations and hours, and to flag someone in distress; calls may be rerouted to emergency services during extreme cold. Many warming buses park near hospitals, subway hubs and drop-in centers, often operating overnight. Hours vary by site; some operate 24/7. City officials confirmed that official warming locations provide food.
Read at Time Out New York
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