City of Long Beach Extends Activation of Inclement Weather Shelter for Residents Experiencing Homelessness Amid Poor Air Quality

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PRESS RELEASE

Long Beach, CA - Due to continued air quality concerns in Long Beach related to the multiple fires in Los Angeles County, the City of Long Beach has extended the activation of its Inclement Weather Shelter, located at the Multi-Service Center (1301 W. 12th St.) for people experiencing unsheltered homelessness. The shelter will be available tonight, Jan. 8, and tomorrow night, Jan. 9. Check-in begins at 5 p.m. each day and will operate on a first-come, first-served basis. No registration is required.

The Inclement Weather Shelter is an emergency overnight shelter available during extreme weather conditions. It can host up to 60 people, with separate sleeping areas for men and women, and offers a variety of amenities and services, including:

• A cot and blanket
• Hot dinner and breakfast
• Restrooms and hygiene supplies
• Access to supportive services via the MSC

The Inclement Weather Shelter was first activated on Jan. 7. Staff will continue to assess the needs of the shelter and are prepared to extend its operations beyond Jan. 9, should the need arise. Homeless Services Bureau staff continue to conduct outreach to notify people experiencing unsheltered homelessness of the shelter opportunity. Information is also being shared to registered participants of the City's text alert system. People experiencing homelessness are encouraged to sign up for text alerts about available resources. For English alerts, text "HOME" to 99411. For Spanish alerts, text "HOGAR" to 99411.

Earlier this morning, City Health Officer Dr. Anissa Davis warned Long Beach residents about potential unhealthy air quality due to multiple fires in Los Angeles County, including the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire and Hurst Fire, which continue to produce heavy smoke.

For more detailed information about air quality related to the wildfires, visit the South Coast Air Quality Management District's website at aqmd.gov or view a map of local real-time air quality data. If you would like to sign up for air quality forecasts, subscribe by visiting air quality alerts.

For up-to-date information on area fires, visit Los Angeles County's Emergency Response Page.

Media inquiries may be directed to City of Long Beach Joint Information Center at 562.570.NEWS or [email protected].

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