COJ WARMING CENTER TO OPEN SUNDAY EVENING, JANUARY 18, 2026

January 16, 2026

The Arctic cold front impacting our area will persist for the next few days. National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting dangerously cold temperatures again on Sunday evening with wind chills or “feels like” temperatures forecast in the 20s.

In response, the Emergency Preparedness Division will again activate the Warming Center Contingency Plan. When temperatures reach 27 degrees or lower, the City of Jacksonville Warming Center will be open overnight to residents who lack access to adequate heat.

CENTER DETAILS: Sunday, January 18, 2026, 9 p.m. – Monday, January 19, 2026, 9 a.m. The Legends Center 5130 Soutel Drive Jacksonville, FL 32208

JTA buses will transport vulnerable individuals to the Legends Center, which will be staffed and have water available on-site. Residents utilizing the Warming Center should bring the following items:

Air mattress, blankets, pillows, or other bedding
Snacks and medication
Games, toys, and books
Hygiene and comfort items

Our non-profit partners at area shelters are also providing cold-weather shelter services to the unhoused population. These shelters include:

City Rescue Mission, 234 W. State Street, 32202
Sulzbacher Center
- 611 East Adams St., 32202 – Men
- 5455 Springfield Blvd. 32208 – Women and Children
Trinity Rescue Mission, 622 W. Union Street, 32202

For more information, visit jaxready.com/StayWarmJax.