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Posted on: February 16, 2026

[ARCHIVED] Severe Weather Shelters to open in Ashland Feb 16, 17 and 18

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Due to wet weather and cold temperatures in the forecast, two Severe Weather Shelters will be open in Ashland for the nights of Monday, February 16; Tuesday, February 17; Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

 The shelters are managed by OHRA (Opportunities for Housing Resources and Assistance) and will be coordinated and staffed by OHRA employees and volunteers.

 

 

Doors at both locations open at 5 p.m. Doors close and lights are out by 10 p.m. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

Shelter locations:

  • 2200 Ashland Street
  • OHRA, 2350 Ashland Street

 

These shelters are low-barrier, no-frills, overnight shelters for anyone needing relief from inclement weather.

 

To receive notifications about future severe weather shelter activations in Ashland, text 97520SHELTER to 888777.


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