MACON, Ga. — Temperatures are set to be in the teens and below freezing this weekend ahead of the Christmas holiday.
Governor Brian Kemp has already declared a state of emergency for the state, and many counties are prepping to shelter people who need warmth.
The arctic blast is set to move into Central Georgia overnight and into Friday morning.
Below is a list by county of accommodations and warming centers for those who need it.
Macon-Bibb County
The United to End Homelessness program will be acting with the Macon Homeless Coalition to meet the needs of residents during the cold.
They say that they have expanded the warming capacity of Brookdale and the Salvation Army, and will have additional beds there.
Both places are in need of supplies though, and donations to both organizations are always welcome.
For a flyer of the resources available, you can visit here.
They have also released a list of numbers to call if you are in need of shelter:
Warming Center Beds
Brookdale Resource Center
3600 Brookdale Ave.
478-292-5123
Salvation Army
1955 Broadway
478-746-8572
Supportive Shelter
Brookdale Resource Center
3600 Brookdale Ave.
478-292-5123
Daybreak
174 Walnut Street
Salvation Army
1955 Broadway
478-746-8572
Macon Rescue Mission
478-741-1769
The organization has also said that due to the cold weather, they are also providing transportation to the community.
MTA will be offering free rides beginning December 22 through December 24 at 4:10 p.m.
Baldwin County
The Baldwin County Commissioners have declared a state of Emergency for that area, and have announced that Freedom Church will be open to those who are in need of a break from the cold. It is located at 500 Underwood Rd, Milledgeville GA, and will open at 7 a.m.
Manned County Fire Stations will be set up as warming stations if Freedom Church is full.
EMA Director Wayne Johnson in Baldwin County has announced that another church will be open to the public in addition to Freedom Church.
Mt Pleasant Baptist Church, located at 319 Mt. Pleasant Church Rd, will also be open, and will open its doors at 7 p.m.
Peach County
Al Wilson and the Fire Dept. have identified several places and will canvas the community of need. People can also call “911” if necessary or visit the “Peach Discuss Page."
Crisp County
As of right now, they are working out locations, and they advise folks to check their social media pages for updates.
We will update this list as more counties verify their plans.