ATLANTA — For those looking to keep warm and seek shelter as temperatures continue dropping, several warming centers are opening across the metro Atlanta area over the weekend.
In Clayton County, three warming centers opened at 6 p.m. on Friday, including at the Clayton County Police Headquarters located at 7911 North McDonough St. in Jonesboro.
Clayton County officials say, “The National Weather Service has issued a weather update. Temperatures are expected to drop to the low 30’s on Saturday night.”
The Forest Park Recreation and Leisure Center located at 803 Forest Parkway in Forest Park opens on Saturday.
In DeKalb County, the Golden Door warming center also opened.
“Due to forecasted freezing temperatures and dangerously low wind chills, DeKalb County will activate a warming center Friday, Nov. 13, through Monday, Nov. 16, to provide a safe, warm space for individuals in need,” Tucker officials said.
The Golden Door is located at 2944 Ember Dr. in Decatur with walk-in access beginning at 6:30 p.m., officials said.
Transportation assistance will also be available at designated pickup locations throughout the county, DeKalb County officials said.






