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MEDIA RELEASE - Warming Center to Open Overnight in Hernando County

Post Date:11/10/2025

MEDIA RELEASE
November 10, 2025

 

Warming Center to Open Overnight in Hernando County

 

(Brooksville, FL) – In response to forecasted low temperatures, Hernando County Emergency Management, in partnership with the City of Brooksville, is opening a Warming Center to provide warmth and comfort to those in need.

The Warming Center will be located at the Brooksville Enrichment Center, located at 800 John Gary Grubbs Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34601, and will open tonight, November 10, 2025, at 8:00PM to 8:00AM. The center will remain open through the night to ensure that community members have a safe place to stay warm.


Important Information:

  • The Warming Center will not include meals or cots.
  • Pets are not allowed in the Warming Center.

Steps to Prepare for Cold Weather:

  • Residents should stay indoors, bring pets inside and cover or move plants that are sensitive to cold indoors. Do not leave pets outside in the cold weather.
  • Consider running pool pumps overnight during freezing temperatures to prevent damage.
  • Residents are encouraged to monitor local media outlets or the National Weather Service for current weather information. The Emergency Operations Center is not activated at this time.

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