Don’t Freeze—El Paso’s Warming Centers Are Here to Help!

As temperatures drop dangerously low, the City of El Paso and the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) are stepping up to provide essential resources for residents. Here’s everything you need to know about warming centers and tips to stay safe during this cold snap.

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1. Warming Centers: Recreation and Library Locations

The city has designated recreation centers and libraries as warming centers for those seeking refuge from the freezing weather.

Recreation Centers:

These centers will be open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. They include:

• Valle Bajo: 7380 Alameda Ave.
• Marty Robbins: 11600 Vista Del Sol Drive
• Galatzan: 650 Wallenberg Drive
• Nations Tobin: 8831 Railroad Drive

Libraries:

Libraries are available Monday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday from 1 to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Locations include:

• Armijo Library: 620 E. 7th Ave.
• Dorris Van Doren: 551 Redd Road
• Jose Cisneros/Cielo Vista: 1300 Hawkins St.
• Memorial Park: 3200 Copper Ave.
  For the full list of locations, visit ElPasoReady.org.

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2. Cold Weather Tips

Protect yourself and your family from the extreme cold with these precautions:

• Dress in layers and cover exposed skin to prevent frostbite.
• Stay indoors when possible, but if you must go out, limit time outside.
• Keep hydrated and eat high-energy foods to maintain body warmth.
• Be cautious on icy roads—drive slowly and keep a safe distance from other vehicles.

3. Heating Your Home Safely

Prevent home fires by following these safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association:

• Keep flammable items at least three feet away from heaters or fireplaces.
• Never use your oven as a heat source.
• Turn off portable heaters when leaving a room or going to bed.
• Test smoke alarms monthly and have heating equipment inspected annually.

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For more details or assistance, contact 3-1-1 or visit ElPasoReady.org. Stay safe, El Paso!