With this incoming cold weather, the Emergency Preparedness Division has activated the Warming Center Contingency Plan. The plan states that when temperatures reach 27 degrees or colder the City of Jacksonville Warming Center will be open overnight to residents who do not have access to adequate heat. Accordingly, it will be open:

Monday, January 6, 2025, 9 p.m. – January 7, 2025, 9 a.m.
The Legends Center
5130 Soutel Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32208

JTA buses will transport vulnerable individuals to the Legends Center, which will be staffed and have water available onsite. Residents utilizing the Warming Center should bring the following items:
  • Air mattress, blankets, pillows, or other bedding
  • Snacks and medication
  • Games, toys, and books
  • Hygiene and comfort items
Additionally, all COJ Libraries and COJ Community Centers will be open during regular business hours and serve as Warming Centers across Duval County. More information can be found at: jaxready.com/StayWarmJax.

Our non-profit partners at area shelters are also providing cold-weather shelter services to the homeless population. These shelters include:
  • City Rescue Mission, 234 W. State Street, 32202
  • Mission House, 465 11th Ave. N, Jacksonville Beach, 32250, overnight operations at St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal – Parish Hall, 1150 5th Street N, Jacksonville Beach, 32250 (Note: this facility will be open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, January 7-9)
  • Sulzbacher Center
    • 611 East Adams St., 32202 – Men
    • 5455 Springfield Blvd. 32208 – Women and Children
  • Trinity Rescue Mission, 622 W. Union Street, 32202