With windchills possibly in the negative, City of Fall River announces Cold Weather Advisory, services

(FALL RIVER, MA- January 17, 2025) – Due to frigid temperatures forecast in the City of Fall River for Monday, January 20th through Wednesday, January 22nd, the First Baptist Church, located at 228 North Main Street (use Pine Street Entrance), will open at 4:00pm-8:00am on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for overnight prayer services.

On Tuesday, January 21st through Wednesday, January 22nd, Christ the Rock Church, 414 Walnut Street (use lower Walnut Street entrance) will be available as a warming center from 8:00am- 4:00pm. Residents may drop in without calling.

Anyone in need of assistance is urged to call the 24-hour homeless hotline number for shelter needs at 508-676-3528. Street outreach workers from the City of Fall River will be on hand to assist with transportation if needed.

For anyone interested in volunteering please contact the 24- hour homeless hotline number.

The First Step Inn, 134 Durfee Street, will be offering shelter services as well as the Timao Center, at the Spindle City Church 371 Bay Street (use Middle Street entrance). For shelter services at these locations call 508-679-8001.