Warming Centers Activated

Augusta, Georgia, Government Activates Warming Centers

Warming Centers Open

AUGUSTA - (November 10, 2025) - With temperatures expected to drop into the low 30s tonight, the City of Augusta has activated multiple warming centers to ensure the safety and well-being of residents during the extreme cold.

Shelter Access Requirements

Individuals seeking overnight shelter must obtain a shelter clearance.

• Before 5:00 PM: Visit the Richmond County Sheriff's Office Records Bureau in person.
• After 5:00 PM: Contact the Sheriff's Office Dispatcher at 706-821-1080. A deputy will be dispatched to provide the necessary documentation.

Transportation to Overnight Warming Shelters

Augusta Transit will provide complimentary transportation to designated overnight warming shelters between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM. To arrange transportation, please call 706-821-1719

before 8:00 PM.

Pick-Up Locations Broad Street Transfer Facility - 1546 Broad Street May Park Community Center - 622 4th Street

Drop-Off Locations

• ​Augusta Rescue Mission - 526 Walker Street (Route #3 - Gold Line / East Augusta)
• Garden City Rescue Mission - 828 Fenwick Street (Route #6 - Brown Line / Gordon Highway)
• Salvation Army Center of Hope - 1384 Greene Street (Route #3 - Gold Line / East Augusta)

*Alternate Center- May Park Community Center- Check-In 5-9 PM

Daytime warming centers are listed at augustaga.gov. Residents may use Augusta Transit's regular routes during standard operating hours.

Media contact: Communications Manager Chiquita Richardson [email protected] / Cell: (762)-343-9525.

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