Local officials are opening 11 shelters Saturday and keep them operational until Monday for those needing warmth and resources in Bexar County.
SAN ANTONIO — As Bexar County continues preparing for potentially dangerous winter weather to arrive this weekend, including freezing temperatures and frozen precipitation, local officials are urging residents to “Bexar the Cold” together.
Eleven shelters – five operated by Bexar County and six by the City of San Antonio – will open Saturday at 6 a.m. and remain open until noon Monday, offering short-term emergency shelter during the winter storm. Bexar County will be under a Winter Storm Warning from 6 p.m. Saturday until noon Sunday, meaning there’s a potential for ice accumulation and slick roads.
Residents who need shelter are encouraged to bring essential items like their medications, clothing and personal supplies. All locations are accessible and service animals are welcome.
Bexar County warming centers
- South Side Baptist Church: 2010 S. Loop 1604 East, San Antonio, TX 78264
- Emergency Service District #7 Annex: 11591 Galm Road, San Antonio, TX 78254
- St. Padre Pio Catholic Church: 3843 Bulverde Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78259
- Christ the King Lutheran Church: 1129 Pat Booker Road, Universal City, TX 78148
- The Rock United Methodist Church: 1784 E. Loop 1604, St. Hedwig, TX 78101
City of San Antonio warming centers
- District 2 Copernicus Community Center: 5003 Lord Road, San Antonio, TX 78220
- District 3 Southside Lions Senior Center: 3303 Pecan Valley Drive, San Antonio, TX 78210
- District 4 Miller’s Pond Community Center: 6175 Old Pearsall Road, San Antonio, TX 78242
- District 5 Normoyle Community Center: 700 Culberson Ave., San Antonio, TX 78225
- District 7 Gilbert Garza Community Center: 1450 Mira Vista, San Antonio, TX 78228
- District 10 Northeast Senior Center: 4135 Thousand Oaks Drive, San Antonio, TX 78233
Help for unsheltered residents
San Antonio’s Community Connections Hotline (210-207-1799) will operate 24/7 beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday to connect unhoused residents with shelter, transportation and cold-weather supplies. Residents are encouraged to call if they need help or see someone in need.
Other local organizations, including Haven for Hope, the Salvation Army, Communities Under the Bridge, Corazon San Antonio and New Direction Church, will also provide temporary overnight shelter. Pets are welcome at all shelter locations.
County operations
All county offices and services will continue operating as usual at this time. Any changes will be posted at www.bexar.org.
Public Works crews are monitoring conditions and are on standby should roads freeze.
Parks staff will also monitor the entrances and exits for ice and close them if needed. Restrooms will be closed, water will be turned off during the freeze, and park reservations have been rescheduled.
All county buildings, including juvenile and adult detention facilities, have taken preventive measures such as boiler and generator checks, insulating water systems and de-icing walkways.
For more information about winter weather safety, click here.