Warming Center open in anticipation of cold weather forecast.

WALLA WALLA — Cold temperatures will continue in Walla Walla County and surrounding areas this week.

To help residents stay warm, the First Congregational Church at 73 S. Palouse Street will host the Walla Walla Emergency Warming Center from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. beginning Tuesday, February 4, through Saturday morning, February 8. The Warming Center is not open during daytime hours, and dates and times are subject to change based on weather forecasts and conditions.

The Warming Center relies on volunteer staff and offers volunteer training regularly. For more information on volunteering, please call 509-301-6848.

The Walla Walla Public Library, located at 238 E Alder Street, is open to the public Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and can be a good place to take shelter from the cold during the day.

For up-to-date information on cold weather shelter options, including any changes that may occur, visit the Walla Walla County Department of Community Health “News Listings” page at https://dch.co.walla-walla.wa.us/newslist.php