Corpus Christi is opening daytime warming centers and offering free transit as a cold front brings lows into the upper 30s and wind chills near 40 degrees.
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City of Corpus Christi is opening daytime warming centers and coordinating overnight shelter resources as a cold front moves into the Coastal Bend, potentially bringing temperatures into the upper 30s.
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According to the National Weather Service, overnight lows are expected to fall into the low 40s Monday night, with colder conditions Tuesday night into Wednesday morning dropping into the upper 30s. Wind chills are expected to dip below 40 degrees early Tuesday, with the coldest conditions occurring during the early morning hours Tuesday and Wednesday.
In response, The City will open warming centers Tuesday and Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the following locations:
La Retama Central Library, 805 Comanche St.
Ethel Eyerly Senior Center, 654 Graham Road
Ben F. McDonald Library, 4044 Greenwood Drive
Owen R. Hopkins Library, 3202 McKinzie Road
The Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority will provide free transportation to and from the warming centers for individuals in need, according to a release from The City.
“The safety and well-being of our residents is our top priority,” City Manager Peter Zanoni said in a statement. “During this period of cold weather, The City of Corpus Christi is opening warming centers to provide a safe and warm place for those in need.”
The City also announced that partner agencies will provide overnight shelter and services during the cold weather.
Good Samaritan Ministries, 902 Nueces Bay Blvd., will operate under cold-weather guidelines and accept individuals unless they have been previously banned. The Salvation Army Shelter at 1804 Buford St. will remain open and follow its standard schedule. The Mother Teresa Day Shelter at 513 Sam Rankin Ave. is open Monday through Friday beginning at 7 a.m., with breakfast served at 8 a.m., and is informing clients of available overnight cold-weather resources.
City of Corpus Christi Animal Care Services is also reminding residents to take precautions for pets during colder weather. Officials advise providing covered, weatherproof shelters elevated from the ground, with entrances facing away from the wind, along with blankets or towels and fresh food and water.
City officials said they will continue to monitor weather conditions and maintain communication with service providers.