LAFAYETTE WARMING SHELTER OPENS IN ADVANCE OF FREEZING TEMPERATURES

Lafayette, LA – In response to the imminent freezing temperatures approaching our community, Lafayette Consolidated Government is opening a warming center to provide refuge for individuals experiencing homelessness or who lack adequate heat at Dupuis Recreation Center (1234 E. Pont Des Mouton Road, Lafayette, LA) beginning at 6:00 pm this evening, January 5, 2025. Working in coordination with community partners, this collaborative effort works to ensure the safety and well-being of the most vulnerable members of our community during this anticipated weather event.

Those needing warm shelter can present at St. Joseph Diner (613 W. Simcoe Street) starting at 6 pm this evening, January 5^th to be transported to the prepared LCG warming center, or present in person at the Dupuis Recreation Center at Brown Park (1234 E. Pont Des Mouton Road), beginning at 6 pm. Warming centers will remain open until Friday when temperatures are expected to rise above the freezing mark.

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