Droughts

List of Emergency Winter Hubs - February 2025

Emergency Winter Hubs

East Providence – Robert E. Rock Senior Center, 610 Waterman Ave.
- Open: Monday, February 17, 7 PM – Monday, February 24, 7 AM
  - Operation hours are pending forecast and volunteer availability.
  - Community members MUST arrive before 8:30 PM.
  - This is not a meal site – beds only.

West Warwick - West Warwick Civic Center, 100 Factory St.
- Open
  - Thursday, February 20, 5 PM – Friday, February 21, 7 AM
  - Friday, February 21, 5 PM – Saturday, February 22, 7 AM

Westerly - WARM Center, 56 Spruce St.
- Open: 24 hours for the winter months.

Woonsocket - 356 Clinton St.
- Opened: Monday, January 20, 5 PM.

The following overnight drop-in shelters are available 24/7.

Pawtucket - OpenDoors, 1139 Main St.
Providence - Crossroads: 162 Broad St.
Providence - Emmanuel House, 239 Public St.
South Kingstown - Welcome House of South County, 8 North Rd, Peace Dale, RI

For a list of local warming centers, click here. After clicking here, scroll down to see the list of warming centers.

Additional Winter Weather Resources and Information

CDC Winter Weather: Before, During and After - https://tinyurl.com/3j3ecwe6
List of Community Action Agencies - https://tinyurl.com/mt4exmy7
RI DOH Winter Health Tips - https://tinyurl.com/557j2cba
RIEMA Winter Weather /Extreme Cold Preparedness - https://tinyurl.com/56nb2z3r
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms - https://tinyurl.com/szrs5why

Droughts

The State of Rhode Island experiences periods of reduced rainfall, usually during the months of July and August. However, Rhode Island has experienced major droughts during winters in the past.

Rhode Island can experience frequent periods of drought. If you prepare now and practice eco-friendly water saving techniques, then you will more likely be ready for those dry periods.

For drought preparedness information and water conservation tips, download our Drought Preparedness Guide.

Additional Resources