City of Stockton Warming Zones open overnight – Mon(1/30), Tues(1/31), Wed(2/1)

OVERNIGHT WARMING ZONES OPEN FOR PROTECTION FROM COLD
City of Stockton Arnold Rue & Stribley Community Centers

STOCKTON, Calif. – Overnight temperatures are expected to reach freezing or near freezing this week. Beginning tonight, January 30, 2023, the City of Stockton will open two Warming Zones for nighttime protection from the cold. These locations will be open three nights – Monday (tonight), Tuesday, and Wednesday:

• Arnold Rue Community Center – 5758 Lorraine Ave., Stockton, CA 95210
• Stribley Community Center – 1760 E. Sonora St., Stockton, CA 95205

Each day, check-in begins at 8:00 p.m. and check-out is by 7:00 a.m. Overnight resting space will be offered in the gymnasium area, which is heated, restrooms will be open, and water and snacks will be provided.

The Warming Zones are open to anyone who may be without adequate heat or is unsheltered. Face coverings, which will be provided at the door, are mandatory while at the community centers. All those staying must confirm that they are free of all COVID-19 symptoms by reviewing and completing a checklist.

Warming Zones do not provide full shelter services, such as meals and medical care. Those who need these services are encouraged to access shelters. Please call 2-1-1 or contact the shelters directly for sign-up or check-in times and availability.

• Gospel Center Rescue Mission (men & women) – 445 S. San Joaquin St., Stockton, CA 95203 (209) 466-2138 or www.gcrms.org

• Stockton Shelter for the Homeless (men & women) – 411 S. Harrison St., Stockton, CA 95203 (209) 465-3612 or www.stocktonshelter.org

For Warming Zones or shelter information in other areas of San Joaquin County, please call 2-1-1 or visit the San Joaquin County Office of Emergency Services website at www.sjready.org.