Cities and counties activate overnight shelters, warming centers, free transportation, and pet accommodations during the ‘Extreme Cold Watch’ in effect.
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — As cold temperatures and wind chills move into the Coastal Bend, multiple cities and counties are opening warming centers and overnight shelters to help residents stay safe.
Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Robstown, Jim Wells County, and San Patricio County have activated cold-weather plans that include overnight refuge centers, daytime warming locations, free transportation, meals, showers, and pet accommodations.
Services will remain available based on weather conditions and may be extended if needed.
Overnight shelters in Corpus Christi
Good Samaritan Ministries
Located at 902 Nueces Bay Boulevard, it will operate under cold-weather guidelines and will accept individuals unless they have been previously banned.
The Salvation Army Shelter
Located at 1804 Buford Street, it remains open and is operating on its regular schedule.
The Mother Teresa Day Shelter
Located at 513 Sam Rankin Avenue, it is open Monday through Friday beginning at 7:00 a.m., with breakfast served at 8:00 a.m. Shelter clients are being informed about available overnight cold-weather shelter options.
Corpus Christi Daytime Warming Centers
The following locations are open from Tuesday to Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
La Retama Central Library
Located at 805 Comanche Street from Sunday & Monday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Owen R. Hopkins Library
Located at 3202 McKinzie Road from Sunday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Ben F. McDonald Library
Located at 4044 Greenwood Drive from Sunday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Ethel Eyerly Senior Center
Located at 654 Graham Road from Sunday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
All City libraries and senior centers are also available during regular operating hours.
Free Transportation
The Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority (CCRTA) is providing fare-free rides to and from all warming centers and overnight shelters. Riders must tell the bus operator their destination.
City officials said police officers will also monitor residents during patrols and assist, including transportation and blankets when needed.
Robstown Overnight Warming Center
Nueces County and the City of Robstown have activated an overnight warming center in response to the extreme cold.
Robstown Senior Community Center
Located at 415 Mainer Road, Robstown. Opens Saturday at 5 p.m. It will be open continuously through mid-morning Tuesday. Cots, food, beverages provided and pets are welcome.
Jim Wells County Overnight Warming Centers
Jim Wells County Emergency Management is opening multiple overnight warming centers to serve residents of Jim Wells County, Alice, Orange Grove, and Premont.
All locations open Saturday, January 24, at 6 p.m. and will remain active through Wednesday, January 28, if needed.
Jim Wells County Fairgrounds
Located at 3001 S. Johnson, Alice, TX 78332
Cross Trails Cowboy Church
Located at 1911 FM 624, Orange Grove, TX 78372
Laughlin Building
Located at 248 Southwest 1st Street, Premont, TX 78375
Cots, blankets, and water will be provided. Residents are encouraged to bring additional bedding, food, and personal supplies. Pets are allowed and will be accommodated.
Free rides are available through R.E.A.L. Inc. by calling 361-668-3158.
San Patricio County
City of Taft leaders have also opened a daytime warming center to help residents prepare for the incoming cold weather.
Kiva Hut Warming Center
Located at 402 Park St, Taft, and will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 25, and Sunday, January 26.
Community partners, including Hometown Soap n Sudz and Taft Mayor Elida Castillo, will be assisting by providing blankets. Residents who need help getting to the warming center or require additional support are encouraged to reach out directly to the following city leaders.
Alderwoman Ward 1 Mimi: 361-222-4935Mayor Elida Castillo: 361-222-2335