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Central Florida is bracing for a powerful cold snap tonight, November 10, 2025, as a strong arctic front pushes temperatures into the 30s with wind chills dipping into the 20s. The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning for northern counties and a Cold Weather Advisory for much of the region, including Orange, Lake, and Seminole Counties.
With gusty winds reaching 25–30 mph, local officials and emergency teams have activated cold-weather shelters to protect vulnerable residents from the dangerous drop in temperatures.
Cold Weather Shelters Open Tonight in Central Florida
Orange County
📍 Matthew’s Hope, Winter Garden (serving West Orange area)
- Opening Time: Monday evening, Nov 10
- Services: Beds, hot meals, transportation within the community
- Capacity: ~125 beds total; 60–65 per fire code; overflow regularly used for 70+
- Transportation: Community pick-ups managed by shelter; walk-ins welcome
- Donations Needed: Warm clothing, blankets, hygiene items, non-perishable food
Lake County
📍 LifePointe Church, Eustis (official cold-weather shelter site)
- Opening Time: 5 PM on Monday, Nov 10
- Services: Warm sleeping areas, meals, basic shelter needs
- Capacity: Determined by Lake County Emergency Management
- Transportation: LakeXpress buses, Lake County Connection paratransit, and dedicated shuttle
- Donations Needed: Sleeping bags, meals, winter gear
Seminole County
📍 Rescue Outreach Mission, Sanford
- Opening Time: Open 24/7, with overflow activated during cold weather
- Services: Beds, hot meals, snacks, emergency housing assistance
- Capacity: ~48 beds for men, 36–46 for women and children; overflow beds added as needed
- Transportation: Guests typically arrive independently; overflow coordination with partner shelters
- Donations Needed: Bedding, toiletries, snacks
How You Can Help:
These shelters rely on community support to keep our neighbors safe during extreme weather. If you’re able to donate supplies or volunteer your time, please contact the shelters directly for drop-off hours and needs.
Stay Informed:
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