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City of Columbus Warming Centers

In immediate danger, call 911. This page is a directory, not an emergency service. During a tornado warning do not drive to look for a shelter — take cover where you are, in the lowest interior room away from windows.

Seasonal Cold Weather & Overnight Shelter Warming Center

How to reach them

614-645-3111 Website Directions

Operated byCity of Columbus
AddressColumbus, OH
CountyFranklin
HoursVaries by site
Intake / check-inCall 311 or 614-645-3111 for help finding a centre or confirming current hours.
Who it servesAnyone needing a safe indoor place in very cold weather

The published list is for the 2025-26 winter, which has ended; the 2026-27 list had not been released. Call before relying on any site. Last winter's 24/7 sites were Third Shift (1015 E. Main St., 614-252-3191), Community Development for All People (946 Parsons Ave., 614-288-1945) and Our Brothers Keepers for ages 18-24 (2906 E. 5th Ave., 614-549-6075); overnight, A Step in the Right Direction (61 S. Powell Ave., 614-674-2905, 9 p.m.-7 a.m.).

Where it is

Last verified September 20, 2026. Beds and opening hours change daily — always call before you travel. Source

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