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woburnite t1_j6yd3hh wrote

I usually go to the dump transfer station but it will be closed due to weather.

I worry about the homeless population. People camping out or sleeping in cars. I know there are warming shelters in Burlington and Rutland, and maybe in Brattleboro. A lot more are needed. If a church is not opening their doors on a sub-zero night for those who need it, what are they even doing? Let people sleep on the pews, get a couple of volunteers to stay awake overnight.

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ADinosaurNamedBex t1_j700xoo wrote

Work in social services and made some calls today.

Many of the warming shelters are going to be open beyond usual capacity this weekend. Some are breaking out extra cots to put in places not usually designated bedrooms. The list of official shelters can be found here. Transportation is also available.

Some schools have announced that they’re also opening up as emergency warming shelters, but I haven’t been able to identify a full list.

Cold weather housing is in effect. This means that if someone calls 211 without adequate housing, there may be options for housing in motels paid for through emergency funds (as available).

It’s not nearly enough, but it is something.

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woburnite t1_j71h1i5 wrote

thank you, I'm glad to hear that. I volunteer at a place where I encounter some people who might need that.

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Twombls t1_j6zhfgs wrote

Yeah this is one of the real concerns about tomorrow night. Despite the fact a lot of people are saying wind chill isnt real and this is a nothing burger. The wind doesn't necessarily care. When its really windy and cold it will kill you faster than just cold and there are plenty of people without shelter.

https://vem.vermont.gov/news/shelters

It does look like the state is trying to do something this weekend to help. I do urge people without heat or shelter to call 211.

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woburnite t1_j76s2d1 wrote

I was happy to see that a sober "nightclub" in Claremont NH is stepping up and staying open all Friday night. Remix.

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frisbeegopher t1_j6zhdck wrote

Folks can call 211 or visit their website for warning locations and shelters. Royalton’s will be open

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woburnite t1_j7000lw wrote

can you even get through to 211?

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frisbeegopher t1_j71a3b8 wrote

Truthfully I have never tried to call because the internet exists and calling would make me interact in real time with another human being. But presumably, yes, you can get through.

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erinisinire t1_j6zxur7 wrote

A lot of public libraries will be open for this very reason. It’s a bandaid on a gaping wound but warm up, charge devices, and staff to help connect people to area resources.

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woburnite t1_j700nqr wrote

that's nice, but they close at night. Overnight is when people will be coldest.

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erinisinire t1_j703xrs wrote

Yup but hopefully they’ll be able to connect people with local overnight options while they are open.

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