Nassau Opens Warming Centers Ahead Of Record-Breaking Cold

Ahead of record-breaking cold temperatures that are going to hit Long Island tonight and tomorrow, Nassau County Executive Laura Curran announced that she would be opening warming centers around the county.

Temperatures are going to fall throughout the day and hit historic lows tonight, dropping into the 20s across many areas of Long Island. Tomorrow is supposed to be just as cold.

“We’re going to have freezing temperatures tonight into tomorrow. Combined with the wind, it will feel like single digits below zero,” said Curran. “Our warming centers will be open for anybody that needs them, as will our 1-866-WARMBED hotline. If you see someone who needs shelter overnight, please do not hesitate to call us.”

The following warming centers will be open:

• Cantiague Park Ice Rink, 480 W. John Street, Hicksville (516-571-7056). Open from 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Christopher Morley Park, 500 Searingtown Rd N, Roslyn (516-571-8113). Open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Aquatic Center, Merrick Ave, Merrick (516-572-0501). Open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Those who need a warm place to sleep overnight are urged to call the county's homeless hotline at 1-866-WARMBED. Operators will help find shelter for those stuck out in the elements. The hotline runs seven days a week through March 31, 2020. The Department of Social Services makes referrals and provides shelter between the hours of 6 p.m. and 8 .a.m Monday through Thursday, and Friday from 6 p.m. through Monday at 8 a.m. Between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, call the Department of Social Services at (516) 227-8519.

Emergency Numbers

• Department of Social Services: (516) 227-8519. After hours: (516) 573-8626
• Long Island Crisis Center: (516) 679-1111
• The Safe Center L.I.: (516) 542-0404
• Nassau University Medical Center: (516) 572-0123