St. Landry Parish to open warming shelter in Opelousas
OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — St. Landry Parish Government will be opening a warming shelter tonight in anticipation of freezing temperatures in the area, officials said.
The shelter will open at the former Indian Hills Country Club, 1141 E. Prudhomme St. in Opelousas at 5 p.m. tonight. It will remain open until Friday at noon, authorities said.
Residents are encouraged to bring pillows, blankets, personal hygiene products, medications and any other essentials needed for the night.
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