UPDATE: The city of San Diego has activated its emergency inclement weather shelter program for tonight, responding to dangerous cold temperatures and potential rain. The San Diego Housing Commission issued this urgent announcement as temperatures are expected to dip below 50 degrees with a forecasted 40% chance of rain.
This program aims to provide critical shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness, ensuring their safety during severe weather conditions. Tonight’s activation includes three key locations across the city:
– **Living Water Church of the Nazarene**: Located at 1550 Market St., this shelter can accommodate up to 28 adults. Check-in starts at 8 p.m., with on-site reservations accepted from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and check-out scheduled for 6:30 a.m. the following day.
– **Joan Kroc Center**: Situated at 1501 Imperial Ave., this facility offers space for 61 adults and an additional 11 beds for families and single women. Check-in begins at 4 p.m. and continues until full, with check-out by 5 a.m..
– **Father Joe’s Villages Paul Mirabile Center**: Also at 1501 Imperial Ave., this center can house up to 62 adults with a similar check-in process starting at 4 p.m. and check-out at 5 a.m..
Shelters operate on a first-come, first-served basis, allowing individuals to secure a bed directly at the designated locations. The program is activated under specific conditions, including when temperatures fall below 45 degrees, or if more than an inch of rain is expected within 24 hours.
This emergency initiative highlights the city’s commitment to protecting its most vulnerable residents during extreme weather. As conditions worsen, officials urge the community to share this information widely to ensure that those in need can access these vital services.
Residents are encouraged to stay updated on weather developments and remain vigilant for additional shelter activations as winter progresses. For more information, contact local shelters or visit the San Diego Housing Commission’s website.
Stay safe, San Diego, and look out for one another as we brace for this cold snap.
