NORTHERN MICHIGAN -- The Northwest Michigan Chapter of the American Red Cross is opening several shelters in Northern Michigan to help those affected by the winter storm.
With thousands without power and freezing temperature outside, the Red Cross and community partners are opening up shelters in Benzie and Kalkaska Counties.
A warming center has also been set up in Grand Traverse County.
"We want everyone to have a safe, dry place to go and stay warm, as well as a hot meal and a warm cot." said Kevin Bavers, Executive Director of the Northwest Michigan Red Cross. "Our volunteers and local community partners have already swung into action."
Shelters have been opened at the following locations:
Fresh Wind Christian Community Center
9780 Honor Hwy
Honor, MI 49640
CURRENT STATUS: Open - becoming overnight shelter if needed
The Maples Medical Center
210 Maple Ave
Frankfort, MI 49635
CURRENT STATUS: Open - becoming overnight shelter if needed
Kalkaska United Methodist Church
2525 Beebe Rd. NE
Kalkaska, MI 49646
CURRENT STATUS: Opening at 3:00 PM – Overnight Shelter
The Salvation Army
1239 Barlow St.
Traverse City, MI 49686
CURRENT STATUS: Open – Warming Center Only
