KILLEEN, Texas (Feb. 6, 2022) – The City of Killeen will open a warming center tonight for temporary relief from the cold.
The Rosa Hereford Community Center (2201 E Veterans Memorial Blvd.) will open from 10 p.m. tonight until 8 a.m. Sunday. If no one is using the centers by 1a.m., the center will close.
City warming centers are set up to offer temporary relief from the cold and do not offer full sheltering services, as no beds or bedding material is provided.
In order to provide a safe environment for community members who use this service, all donations must follow these guidelines:
• Food is required to be in original packaging, not past posted expiration date and does not require heating
• Blankets must be brand new, odor free, and in original packaging.
Unfortunately, this center will NOT accept the following:
• New or Used (including gently used) toys, clothing, stuffed animals, bedding, or candy
• Gift wrapped items
• New or used medical supplies or equipment
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