URGENT UPDATE: The city of San Diego has activated its inclement weather shelter program for tonight, responding to dangerously low temperatures and a forecast of rain. The San Diego Housing Commission confirmed that additional shelter resources are now available for those experiencing homelessness, starting immediately.
This emergency measure is crucial as current weather conditions are set to drop below 50 degrees with a 40% chance of rain. The shelters will remain open on a first-come, first-served basis, highlighting the urgency of finding safe refuge as heavy rainfall is expected.
Three key shelter locations have been designated for tonight’s service:
– **Living Water Church of the Nazarene** at 1550 Market St., providing beds for up to 28 adults. Check-in begins at 8 p.m. with reservations accepted on-site from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
– **Joan Kroc Center** located at 1501 Imperial Ave., offering space for 61 adults and 11 additional beds for families or single women. Check-in starts from 4 p.m. and continues until full, with check-out at 5 a.m.
– **Father Joe’s Villages Paul Mirabile Center**, also on 1501 Imperial Ave., accommodating up to 62 adults. Similar check-in hours apply, with exit required by 5 a.m.
Authorities emphasize that the program is initiated whenever temperatures dip below 50 degrees with significant rain forecasts, or when temperatures drop to 45 degrees or less, regardless of rain expectations. Shelters are activated during exceptional weather conditions, such as more than an inch of rain within a 24-hour period or sustained high winds.
The activation of the shelter program underscores the city’s commitment to protecting its most vulnerable residents during extreme weather events. Community members are encouraged to share this information and assist those in need of shelter.
With a significant storm system approaching, San Diego residents are urged to stay informed and support local initiatives aimed at aiding the homeless. As the evening progresses, the situation will develop, and further updates will be provided by local authorities.
Stay connected for the latest developments on this urgent matter.
