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January 2026 Snow / Sleet / Freezing Rain — Shelter List

As winter weather moves into the Upstate, knowing where to find warm shelter, daytime warming locations, and emergency resources can make a life-saving difference. If you or someone you know is facing unsafe cold conditions, this guide provides current cold weather shelter and warming options in Greenville and Spartanburg Counties, including white flag shelters and locations supporting medical and power-dependent needs. Availability can change quickly during severe weather, so staying informed and acting early is critical.

(Information current as of Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026 — availability and hours can change quickly. For real-time updates, call 2-1-1.)

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Greenville County

• The Salvation Army (Greenville) — Cold Weather Shelter
  • 417 Rutherford St, Greenville, SC | 864-235-4803
    When temps fall below 40°F, they open a cold weather shelter. Look for the white flag on the chapel building. (The Salvation Army USA)
• Miracle Hill / White Flag Shelters (Greenville)
  • Greenville Rescue Mission (men only)
    575 W Washington St, Greenville, SC 29601 | 864-242-6933
    White flag = open | Check-in begins 8:00 PM (United Way Greenville)
  • Shepherd’s Gate (women + women with children)
    11 Regency Hill Dr, Greenville, SC 29607 | 864-268-5589
    White flag = open | Check-in begins 8:00 PM (United Way Greenville)
• Daytime Warming Options (Greenville)
  • Place of Hope (United Ministries)
    600 Pendleton St | 864-335-2605
    Open Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri, 8:00–11:00 AM (follows Greenville County Schools closures). (United Way Greenville)
  • Triune Mercy Center
    222 Rutherford Rd | 864-233-8020
    Meals and support on listed days/times. (United Way Greenville)

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Spartanburg County

Spartanburg County has 7 emergency shelters available, with many opening at 12:00 noon today. Please don’t wait until roads are icy or power goes out – go NOW while it’s safe to drive.

What shelters provide:

•  Heat & electricity
• Hot meals
• Phone charging
• Trained volunteers

For Lyman Residents, your closest shelter is Florence Moore Memorial Church, 709 Main St, Wellford, SC (accepts pets!)

• Special Medical Needs
  Hodge Center – 365 Hodge Dr, Spartanburg
• General Population + Pets
  Florence Moore Memorial Church – 709 Main St, Wellford
• General Population – Staffed
  Campobello First Baptist – 255 S Main St, Campobello
• General Population
  High Point Academy – 655 Pottery Rd, Spartanburg
• General Population
  Sonrise Baptist Church – 316 Pathway Ct, Spartanburg
• Spartanburg Rescue Mission (Miracle Hill / White Flag)
  189 N Forest St, Spartanburg, SC 29301
  Often operates under the white flag severe weather shelter model. (WYFF)
• Spartanburg County Emergency Management — Cold Weather Shelter
  701 Saxon Ave (NW Center)
  Per Spartanburg County updates: 1/23–1/25, 7:00 PM–10:00 AM (may adjust based on conditions/operations). (facebook.com)
• Special Needs / Medical Power Shelter (Electricity-Dependent Needs)
  • Hodge Center — 365 Hodge Dr, Spartanburg, SC 29303
    Shared locally as the location for those with medical needs requiring power. (facebook.com)

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Weather conditions and shelter availability can shift rapidly during winter storms, so we encourage everyone to check updates frequently and share this information with neighbors who may need support. If you’re unsure where to turn or need help navigating options, dialing 2-1-1 is the fastest way to connect with real-time local resources. Staying warm, safe, and informed helps protect our entire community—especially our most vulnerable neighbors.