As of Tuesday morning, more than 146 shelters and warming stations opened throughout the state. Author: Payton Weidman Updated: 1:54 PM CST February 17, 2021
TYLER, Texas As of Tuesday morning, more than 146 shelters and warming stations opened throughout the state, including several in East Texas.
Many of these places encourage people to come with blankets, chargers, as well as something to sit on, and masks are required. People who need to use the warming centers are also encouraged to call ahead if possible to check for space.
CBS19 has compiled a list of warming centers across the region:
Angelina County
The Pitser Garrison Convention Center will remain open as a cold-weather shelter for those without power through at least Thursday.
Warming Stations Are Open Across East Texas
This unprecedented winter storm that has ravaged Texas is expected to continue this week and as we woke to temps in the single digits and below and thousands without electricity or heat, this is vital information that you need to share with folks who are suffering right now.
Our partners at KLTVand the City Of Tyler, have shared a list of locations across East Texas that are opening up as warming centers for families and those who need to get warm for a while the wait for electricity continues.
Some locations will be open for shelter purposes if you need to stay for more than a few hours and others will only allow you to stay for a few hours to let others come in and get warm and please remember to follow all COVID guidelines when you arrive. Also, bring food, snacks, face masks, clothes, blankets, medications, diapers, formula and other essential items with you.
The City says residents should wear a face mask and practice social distancing when at the centers. Author: Giselle Chavez (CBS 19) Published: 12:33 PM CST February 16, 2021 Updated: 7:44 PM CST February 18, 2021
TYLER, Texas City of Tyler officials and faith organizations have come together to open warming centers across the city for residents without power.
Residents are reminded that warming centers are not medical facilities and not equipped to deal with medical emergencies.
Residents should call the warming center before making plans to relocate.
Bethel Baptist Church, located at 504 W. 32nd St., will open today at 5 p.m. and will be open overnight. Contact: Ricky Garner at (903) 312-0734. Tyler Fire is providing 50 cots at this facility.
Tyler BBQ restaurant offering shelter from frigid temperatures
Poke In Da Eye World Championship BBQ & Catering, located at 11811 SH 64 in Tyler, is offering shelter and food for those who are in need. Author: Reagan Roy Updated: 4:07 AM CST February 17, 2021
TYLER, Texas A local BBQ restaurant is opening their doors as a shelter from the frigid winter weather.
Poke In Da Eye World Championship BBQ & Catering, located at 11811 SH 64 in Tyler, is offering shelter and food for those who are in need. We have power for now at our barn, if you have lost power and need a place to stay warm, come on down, we have room for bunches, the restaurant said on Facebook. If you cant get out, call me at 832-474-987. I have 4-wheel drive will come get ya.
Free COVID-19 Testing Continues In Tyler & Palestine
While the rollout for the COVID-19 vaccine continues to trickle into East Texas, COVID hospitalizations in East Texas continue to be at high levels that s why free testing for the virus is still ongoing in locations in Tyler and Palestine.
The Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM) and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are providing free walk-up COVID-19 testing opportunities for anyone with or without COVID-19 symptoms.
In Tyler, the walk-up testing site will take place at St. Louis Baptist Church, located at 4000 Frankston Hwy. from 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM Monday through Friday.