In response to forecasted low temperatures and hazardous wind chills, Carroll County will open warming centers at various locations and times beginning Sunday, January 19th, at 7:00 p.m. through 8 a.m. Thursday January 23rd.  

Residents who are vulnerable to extreme cold temperatures and do not have adequate shelter are encouraged to warm up at the following locations: 

Sunday, January 19th, at 7:00 p.m.  through Thursday, January 23rd at 8:00 a.m. 

Human Services Programs adult only, Night by Night Shelter, located at 127 Stoner Avenue, Westminster. 
Tuesday, January 21st through Wednesday, January 22nd 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.  

Any branch of the Carroll County Public Library 

Eldersburg Branch, 6400 Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg  
Finksburg Branch, 2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg  
Mt. Airy Branch, 705 Ridge Avenue, Mt. Airy  
North Carroll Branch, 2255 Hanover Pike, Hampstead  
Taneytown Branch, 10 Grand Drive, Taneytown  
Westminster Branch, 50 East Main Street, Westminster  
Tuesday, January 21st through Wednesday, January 22nd 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. 

Mount Airy Senior and Community Center, 703 Ridge Avenue, Mount Airy 
North Carroll Senior and Community Center, 2328 Hanover Pike, Hampstead 
South Carroll Senior and Community Center, 5928 Mineral Hill Road, Eldersburg 
Taneytown Senior and Community Center, 220 Roberts Mill Road, Taneytown 
Westminster Senior and Community Center, 125 Stoner Ave., Westminster 
Citizen Services Office Building, 10 Distillery Drive, Westminster (8:00am – 5:00pm) 

The Carroll County Department of Public Safety - Emergency Management encourages people to follow these safety tips when temperatures are extremely cold: 

- Minimize outside activities, particularly among the elderly and very young. Check on family members and neighbors who may be more vulnerable to the cold. Pets are also sensitive to the cold; remember to consider your pets’ needs when planning outside activities. 

- Dress in several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight clothing rather than a single layer of heavy clothing. Wear a hat and mittens/gloves to stay warmer.
 
- Be aware of frostbite. If a part of the body loses feeling and the skin feels waxy or looks white or grey, warm gently and seek medical help. 

- Watch out for hypothermia. Shivering, memory loss, confusion, slurred speech, and drowsiness are all warning signs. Seek medical attention for signs of hypothermia. 

- Use caution when heating your home. For tips on how to safely use space heaters, fireplaces, and woodstoves, refer to the U.S. Fire Administration’s home heating safety handout. 

-If using a space heater, be aware of the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning. For more information on carbon monoxide poisoning visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.  

For more information on local cold weather resources, including energy assistance, visit the Carroll County Health Department cold weather webpage or check out the Carroll County Health Department on Facebook. 

For additional information, visit the Carroll County Health Department website at: 

https://cchd.maryland.gov/