The City of Taft will open a warming shelter this weekend as temperatures are expected to drop near freezing.
Mayor Elida Castillo and Mayor Pro-Tem Esmeralda “Mimi” Cruz told KRIS 6 News the warming shelter will be located at The Kiva Hut, at 402 Park St.
The shelter will be open Sunday, Jan. 25, and Monday, Jan. 26, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will be available to all Taft residents in need of a warm place.
Additionally, Castillo, Cruz and Hometown Soap n Sudz will be helping provide blankets to those in need during this weekend's expected cold temperatures.
Residents who need assistance or additional information can contact Mayor Pro-Tem Cruz at 361-222-4935 or Mayor Castillo at 361-222-2335.
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