The Ashland emergency severe weather shelter at 2200 Ashland St. will open at 5 p.m.

The doors close and lights go out by 10 p.m.

The shelter closes at 9 a.m. the next morning.

This is a low barrier, no frill, overnight shelter for anyone needing to get out of the cold.

The shelter is managed by OHRA (Opportunities for Housing Resources and Assistance), which will coordinate and staff with OHRA employees and volunteers. OHRA can be reached at 541-631-2235.

To receive notifications when the severe weather shelter opens in Ashland, text 97520SHELTER to 888777.

To volunteer for the shelter, call 541-220-7307 or email avramsacks@gmail.com.