News Release # 2026-013

Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026

Following inter-agency consultation and a reassessment of current conditions, Charles County Government will re-open its emergency shelter and warming center at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 25.

The shelter is available to residents with medical needs who are not confident in their safety at their current location and wish to voluntarily relocate.  The shelter can accommodate some pets with restrictions.  This shelter will remain open until further notice. 

For more information including what services are available at the shelter, what the restrictions are for bringing pets, and what supplies residents need to bring with them, please visit the news release issued here: https://www.charlescountymd.gov/Home/Components/News/News/6115/400.

To Stay Informed:

• Residents are encouraged to sign up for the Citizen Notification System (CNS) to receive weather and traffic alerts by text message, email, or phone.
• Residents can also access updated information by following Charles County Government on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Nextdoor, X)
• The Special Alert Messaging webpage will also be updated with information on news and resources.
• For power outage information, view the SMECO outage map or report an outage by calling 877-747-6326. Call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency.

Citizens with special needs may contact the Maryland Relay Service at 7-1-1 (Relay Service TDD: 800-735-2258).

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