The City of Trail deactivated its extreme weather alert on Friday in response to rising temperatures.
City officials said the emergency overnight shelter was opened in response to last week’s extremely cold weather.
“Over thirty unique individuals accessed the warming shelter service each night since the alert was issued on Thursday, January 11,” said city officials.
The city thanked BC Housing, Interior Health, ANKORS, the United Church, Selkirk Security and other partners, donors and volunteers.
“At the heart of our community is an incredible group of volunteers, who showed up when there was a need,” said Mayor Colleen Jones. “I’d like to say a special thanks to Tammy McLean, the shelter coordinator, as well as all of the volunteers, including the City’s council members, for outstanding commitment to the community’s needs.”
Vulnerable residents can still find relief from the cold during the day at the Trail Riverfront Centre and La Nina Shelter.
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