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Albemarle County opens community warming centers

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albemarle countyAlbemarle County has established area warming centers for those impacted by the recent winter storms and resulting power outages.

Warming centers are for those who need to warm up, shower, access WiFi, and charge devices.

Not all services are available at all locations. Warming centers are not available for sheltering overnight.

Warming centers open for Wednesday:

  • Baker-Butler Elementary School at 2740 Proffit Road in Charlottesville from 4-7 p.m. Showers, WiFi, and electricity available.
  • Greenwood Community Center at 865 Greenwood Rd in Crozet from 4-7 p.m. WiFi and electricity available.
  • Scottsville Community Center at 250 Page Street in Scottsville from 4-7 p.m. WiFi and electricity available.

Covid protocols are in place. Visitors must wear masks and practice social distancing.




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