Heat Relief Shelters Remain Open Friday

ANDERSON, IN - Three shelters designated for heat relief will remain open in Anderson through Friday evening, Emergency Management Director Frank Dick said.

Although few residents have taken advantage of the facilities’ air conditioning and basic comforts, Mayor Kevin S. Smith thanked the three churches who have opened their doors and reminded those without transportation, “Nifty Lift transports are on standby for those who have no other way to get to a shelter.”

Peter Heuer, General Manager for the City of Anderson Transit, said temporary Nifty-Lift transportation will be provided for Anderson residents with heat-related needs and no other way to get to a shelter.  To arrange for pickup, Anderson residents should call 644-8312.

 The shelters are:                                                                                  

• New Hope United Methodist Church, 1503 Louise St., (649-1892).
• Aletheia Fellowship and Ministry Center, 2505 Faith Dr. (south of Hoosier Park, off 53rd Street, 649-3480)
• East Side Church of God, 2600 E. 5th St. (649-3534)

Cots at the heat relief shelters are being provided by the Anderson Chapter of the American Red Cross and the 2nd Harvest Food Bank is assisting with light refreshments and liquids.