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Evansville IN 47708
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Great resources if you or someone you know is looking for a hot meal, clothing bank, or food pantry. 💜 (1/29/2026)
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ECHO Housing & Community Development was contacted this morning by Officer Andrew Smith of the Evansville Police Department regarding an Evansville resident with seven minor children who had lost heat in their home. The family was attempting to reach their landlord to address the issue.
Officers Smith and Eastwood responded to the residence to check on the safety and well-being of the resident and her children. At the same time, ECHO coordinated directly with the landlord, who was experiencing travel limitations due to weather conditions and was unable to reach the home to repair the HVAC system.
Although the landlord had space heaters available, they were unable to transport them to the family. Officers Smith and Eastwood voluntarily stepped in, retrieving the heaters from the storage location and delivering them to the home - ensuring the family could remain safely housed and avoid displacement during extreme weather conditions.
This situation reflects the above-and-beyond service often provided by law enforcement in our community. We extend our sincere appreciation to the Evansville Police Department, the Crime Prevention Unit, and Officers Smith and Eastwood for their compassion, responsiveness, and commitment to protecting the well-being of Evansville residents.
Thank you! 💜🏠
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Today’s shelter capacity update ❄️
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Winter Weather: Reminders & Community Resources | Sunday, January 25, 2026 - Lots of Info!
Warming Centers
• Today (Sunday, 1/25/26): United Caring Services (324 NW 6th Street) and the Evansville Rescue Mission (500 E. Walnut St) continue to operate White Flag shelter 24/7
• Immigrant Welcome and Resource Center – Monday, January 26 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM – 500 S. Green River Rd. Evansville, IN 47715
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Energy Conservation During Extreme Cold
As extreme cold continues, the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) has asked customers to conserve energy to reduce strain on the electric grid and help prevent outages—especially during peak hours.
Simple ways to help:
• Lower thermostats slightly (even 1–2 degrees helps)
• Close blinds and curtains to retain heat
• Avoid using large appliances during peak hours
• Turn off lights and electronics when not in use
• Seal drafts around doors and windows if possible
Small actions by many people help keep power flowing—especially for seniors, families with children, and individuals with medical needs.
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Road & Travel Conditions
*Note: The community is advised to stay home and not travel unless absolutely necessary
Before heading out, check real-time traffic cameras, road conditions, incidents, and weather alerts through INDOT 511:
👉 511in.org
Please use caution, allow extra travel time, and stay safe.
Transportation Assistance for Essential Hospital Workers – Evansville Area Jeepers (Operation Snowflake)
📞 Call (930) 688-0255 to hear the current status
📱 Then text the same number with:
• Your name
• Pickup location
• Drop-off location
• Rides are first come, first served (no scheduling available)
• Availability is not guaranteed; this is a volunteer-based service
• Service hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Riders assume all risk; Evansville Area Jeepers and drivers are not liable for accidents, damages, or injuries
Please check in on neighbors when possible and share this information with anyone who may need it. 💜
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Commission on Homelessness for Evansville and Vanderburgh County Shared Graphic Below:
Emergency Shelter Update | Sunday, January 25, 2026
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Our emergency shelters are in constant communication with each other to meet the critical needs of our community during the winter storm. While capacity fluctuates daily, shelters coordinate closely to adjust, problem-solve, and make space whenever possible so individuals and families can access safety.
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A few important notes for today:
• United Caring Services (UCS) and the Evansville Rescue Mission (ERM) continue to provide 3 hot meals per day, available to anyone, not just shelter residents.
• UCS is located at 324 NW 6th St and ERM is located at 500 E Walnut St.
• ERM's atrium is open with snacks and hot coffee. They’ve had quite a crowd, but spirits are high.
• ERM's Center for Women & Children is currently at capacity and operates outside of the White Flag program to support the safety and stability of the women and children staying there.
• UCS's White Flag program normally doesn't allow for adults with children, but has made an exception during this storm. Space for families is tight, but no one will be turned away.
• UCS needs rock salt and gloves. They’d love to receive donations of these items from residents who live downtown and can safely deliver to UCS (324 NW 6th St).
• House of Bread and Peace residents are in good spirits, but getting staff to the shelter has been challenging.
• Ozanam will pack a to-go meal for individuals near the shelter who need something to eat (1100 Read St).
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If you need immediate shelter, please go to UCS or ERM (our White Flag shelters) or reach out to the individual shelters listed below. Even those listed that are currently at capacity may get last-minute openings, so it never hurts to call.
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If you’re in crisis, call 911 or 988. Law enforcement or our partners at Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare will respond. If you don’t have access to a phone, go to a neighbor who may be able to help. If you can’t find the nearest emergency shelter, go to the nearest fire station and the EFD team there will guide you to the nearest shelter.
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We plan to provide daily updates on shelter capacity.
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Thank you to our shelter teams and frontline staff who are showing up every day to ensure our community has access to warmth, food and care.
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