City of Jackson seeks volunteers as temporary warming shelters prepare to open
JACKSON, Tenn. — The City of Jackson is preparing for the extreme winter weather moving into West Tennessee this weekend.
In a post made Tuesday, Mayor Scott Conger made the announcement that the following shelters are expected to open:
- Women and children: First Methodist in downtown Jackson
- Men and children: T.R. White Sportsplex
Mayor Conger goes on to say that the Jackson Police Department will provide onsite safety, and Madison County Emergency Management will provide cots and blankets.
However, warming shelters require several resources to operate and Mayor Conger is asking for fellow West Tennesseans to help keep them open.
How You Can HelpÂ
- To sign up as a volunteer, click here. (NOTE: Volunteers will serve in four hour shifts.)
- To donate meals and food items, click here.
Personal hygiene kits and blankets are also needed. These items can be dropped off at First Methodist located at 200 S Church St.
Mayor Conger is asking residents who wish to help to confirm commitments by Thursday. A short volunteer training session will be held Friday afternoon, but is not mandatory.
The City of Jackson is expected to release further details soon.
For a list of resources to help you stay weather-aware in West Tennessee, click here.
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