Warming centers open at local facilities

Credit: DaytonDailyNews

Warming centers opened in the Dayton area as frigid temperatures continue.

Temperatures are only expected to reach the high 20s Saturday, said Storm Center 7 Meteorologist Jesse Maag.

Several facilities in the area are open to those who need a place to go to get out of the cold.

  • Greater Dayton Recreation Center

2021 W. Third St. in Dayton

937-333-4732

Open Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  • Northwest Recreation Center

1600 Princeton Ave. in Dayton

937-333-3322

Open Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  • Lohrey Recreation Center

2366 Glenarm Ave. in Dayton

937-333-3131

Open Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  • Gerhardt Civic Center

3050 Kreitzer Road in Moraine

937-535-1095

Open Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The Civic Center will be open as necessary during frigid weather. If the center is not open, you should go to the fire department for assistance, according to a representative for the Gerhardt Civic Center.

Homeless shelters can also be contacted for availability:

  • St. Vincent de Paul Gateway Shelter for Women and Families

120 W. Apple St. in Dayton

937-461-7837

  • Mary Queen of Peace House

100 Huffman Ave. in Dayton

937-938-5784

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