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Cold-weather shelter in Bunnell to once again warm Flagler residents
The Sheltering Tree in Bunnell will continue to open its doors to Flagler County residents without heat over the next few nights.
With the National Weather Service predicting overnight temperatures to plummet into the high 30s, low 40s overnight across the area, the county’s designated cold-weather shelter will activate its operations for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday evenings.
The facility, at 2200 N. State St. in Bunnell, opens at the Rock Transformation Center (formerly Church on the Rock) at 5 p.m. and closes at 8 a.m. the following day. Hot meals and cots are available during shelter hours.
“We are grateful for our many teams of volunteers,” said Sue Bickings, chairperson of the Sheltering Tree. “It’s a commitment and we’ve already been open 16 nights this season.”
The cold winter weather is lingering and below 40 degrees is the criteria to open the cold-weather shelter.
The center is open not only to those experiencing homelessness, but to anyone without heat in Flagler County. The county will provide bus transportation along two routes, following the schedules below:
East side of the county
- Dollar General at Publix Town Center on Market Avenue (leads to Dollar General), 3:30 p.m.
- McDonald’s at Old Kings Road South and State Road 100 at the dirt road on the east side, 4 p.m.
- Dollar Tree behind Carrabba’s in the Dollar Tree parking lot, 4:30 p.m.
- Palm Coast Main Branch Library, northwest corner of Palm Coast and Belle Terre parkways, 4:45 p.m.
West side of the county
- Dollar General at County Road 305 and Canal Avenue in Daytona North, 4 p.m.
- Bunnell Free Clinic, 703 Moody Blvd., 4:30 p.m.
- Bridges United Methodist Church in Bunnell, 205 N. Pine St., 4:30 p.m.
With the winter season approaching, many Flagler County residents are facing the harsh reality of not having a warm place to stay during cold nights. However, there is hope on the horizon as a cold-weather shelter is set to open in Bunnell once again to provide relief for those in need.This shelter, located at [insert address], will offer a safe and warm place for individuals and families to escape the frigid temperatures and find refuge during the chilly nights ahead. With a team of dedicated volunteers and staff on hand to assist, residents can rest assured that they will be well taken care of and provided with the necessary accommodations to stay comfortable.
The cold-weather shelter in Bunnell has proven to be a vital resource for the community in years past, and its reopening is a beacon of hope for those who are struggling to stay warm this winter. Whether you are experiencing homelessness, facing financial hardships, or simply in need of a temporary place to stay, this shelter is here to help.
If you or someone you know is in need of shelter during the cold winter months, please spread the word about the reopening of the cold-weather shelter in Bunnell. Together, we can ensure that all Flagler residents have a warm and safe place to stay during the coldest nights of the year.
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CenterPoint to inspect cold-weather equipment, prepare emergency plans ahead of 2025 winter season – Houston Public Media
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CenterPoint Energy will inspect cold-weather equipment and coordinate emergency plans with grid operators ahead of the 2025 winter season, the company announced earlier this month.
In December, CenterPoint, The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and the utility company’s industry partners discussed preparations for potential winter weather events that could cause high energy demand and strain the electric grid.
“This exercise included a tabletop review of different scenarios and exams for participants to foster collaboration and coordination around winter preparedness,” according to CenterPoint.
In preparation for high demand and cold temperatures over the 2025 winter season, CenterPoint announced it will inspect and test critical equipment, including more than 270 substations. The company will also harden electric and natural gas infrastructure across the Greater Houston area by installing heaters and devices to prevent ice damage and buildup.
Temperatures in January early this year plummeted into the mid-30’s for several days. The freezing temperatures left thousands of CenterPoint Energy customers around Harris County without power. Grid operations returned to normal conditions as temperatures rose.
The arctic blast that swept through Houston in January resulted in dozens of ice-related crashes, despite several highways being treated with salt-brine mixtures to prevent freezing.
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In preparation for potentially freezing temperatures in the early months of 2025, CenterPoint will also maintain freeze protection equipment, repair damaged or degraded thermal insulation and water-proofing materials, and conduct emergency training.
Hundreds of operational personnel and contractors will undergo training to prepare for, mitigate and respond to the impacts of severe weather over the winter season.
“Our CenterPoint Texas team is focused on working closely with our emergency partners and preparing the grid for the impact of potential winter storms and extreme cold,” Darin Carroll, a spokesperson for the company said in a press release.
“As part of this effort, we are taking actions that will be vital if, or when, a winter storm impacts the energy system,” Carroll said. “Our goal is to be ready to respond to any emergency, even as we build the most resilient and reliable coastal grid in the country that can withstand extreme weather at any time of the year.”
On Dec. 19, CenterPoint announced a plan to send 15 of its mobile generators, currently located in Houston, to San Antonio to alleviate an anticipated electricity shortfall. The company faced scrutiny following Hurricane Beryl after the company’s $800 million lease of the generators went mostly unused during the more than 1 million power outages.
For now, those units will remain in Houston in the case of a winter storm or extreme temperatures at the beginning of the 2025 winter season, according to the company.
As we approach the 2025 winter season, CenterPoint Energy is taking proactive measures to ensure the safety and reliability of our cold-weather equipment. In anticipation of potential winter storms and extreme weather conditions, our team will be conducting thorough inspections of all critical infrastructure to identify any potential vulnerabilities.Additionally, we are working diligently to develop comprehensive emergency plans to ensure that we are prepared to respond quickly and effectively in the event of any weather-related disruptions. This includes coordinating with local authorities, first responders, and other key stakeholders to ensure a coordinated response to any emergencies that may arise.
At CenterPoint Energy, the safety and well-being of our customers and communities are our top priorities. We are committed to providing reliable and resilient energy services, especially during challenging winter weather conditions. Stay tuned for updates on our winter preparedness efforts as we work to keep you safe and warm this upcoming season.
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Jim Harbaugh provides anatomy lesson during cold-weather game preview
Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh has always been an incredibly entertaining personality in front of a camera. On Thursday, he tried his hand at breaking down the human anatomy ahead of their Week 17 game against the New England Patriots, which is expected to be colder than Chargers players are accustomed to.
Harbaugh is very accustomed to standing on the sidelines in cold conditions due to his time at Michigan, both as a player and coach.
However, there is always a reputation that West Coast teams, particularly those in Southern California, don’t adjust well to the cold weather when they head on the road in December and January.
The Chargers will take that test in Week 17 against the New England Patriots, with the game expected to be in the high 30s to low 40s with a high chance of rain. To be fair, that doesn’t even seem that cold compared to how it could have been in Massachusetts in late December.
Still, Harbaugh doesn’t seem worried about the change from Los Angeles to Foxborough.
During a press conference on Thursday, Harbaugh declared that he has a bunch of “young, healthy” athletes with “hearts that pump warm blood” before describing how blood travels throughout the body.
“We had a little rainfall last week at practice,” said Harbaugh. “That was great to have that. Most all of us have played in those kinds of games or grew up in that kind of weather. The bottom line is these guys are young. They are healthy and their heart pumps warm blood. Pumps it from the arteries to the veins to the tributaries to the capillaries. Throughout their whole body. You just play ball. That’s been my experience.”
Harbaugh then reminded everyone he is not a doctor, which was already made clear when he referenced “tributaries.”
“I might have gotten that in the wrong order there,” he said. “It’s well-documented, I am not a doctor. But I know it’s warm blood that young, healthy, athletic guys are able to generate.”
Cold weather for Saturday’s game in New England does not concern coach/professor Harbaugh. pic.twitter.com/RfosDdZKVw
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 27, 2024
We’ll leave it to actual doctors and medical professionals to assess whether Harbaugh accurately described the blood-pumping process.
As the temperatures drop and the snow starts to fall, Jim Harbaugh, head coach of the Michigan Wolverines, decided to give fans a unique preview of their upcoming cold-weather game against their rivals.Harbaugh took to the podium with a skeleton model in hand, ready to provide an anatomy lesson to his players and the media. He pointed out the importance of staying warm and keeping their bodies protected in the frigid conditions, emphasizing the need to take care of their muscles, joints, and bones.
The eccentric coach demonstrated proper techniques for staying warm on the sidelines, from wearing layers to keeping their extremities covered. He even pulled out a hot water bottle and showed his players how to use it to prevent muscle cramps in the cold.
Harbaugh’s anatomy lesson may have seemed unconventional, but it certainly left an impression on his team. As they prepare to face their rivals in the freezing temperatures, they’ll be better equipped to handle the harsh conditions thanks to their coach’s unique teachings.
Only time will tell if Harbaugh’s lesson will pay off on game day, but one thing’s for sure – his passion for the game and dedication to his players knows no bounds.
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