Emergency Overnight Shelter and Warming Centers
/***For Immediate Release***
Emergency Overnight Shelter and Warming Centers
Power may not be fully restored to some homes for approximately 48 hours. There are about 3,000 homes without power currently in Highland County. With the drop in temperature expected overnight, several shelters and warming locations are being established for those who may need them.
Pets are not permitted in any of the listed locations. Official, certified service animals are allowed into these locations.
With general questions about overnight and warming shelters, contact the Highland County EMA at 937-403-0133. No appointments are needed to go to a warming shelter or overnight shelter, walk-ins are welcome.
Overnight Shelter
(cots, blankets, and food provided)
Hillsboro High School
550 US 62, Hillsboro, OH 45133
Enter at the Middle School Entrance
Open 24/7, opening first at 5PM on 2/4/22.
Warming Centers
(get warm, charge a phone)
Hillsboro High School
550 US 62, Hillsboro, OH 45133
Enter at the Middle School Entrance
Open 24/7, opening first at 5PM on February 4.
Highland County North Joint Fire District
200 South St, Leesburg, Ohio 45135
Leesburg, OH
Open 24/7
Rainsboro Elementary
12916 Barrett Mill Rd.
Bainbridge, Ohio 45612
Open 4PM to 7PM on February 4
8AM to 7PM on February 5
Check on Facebook and at highlandcoutyhealth.org for updates on this information.
Released at 2/4/22 @ 2:00PM