With cold temperatures in the forecast, Delta's Extreme Weather Shelter will open starting tonight (Saturday) from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. at Ladner United Church (4960 48 Ave.).
The shelter, which has already opened several times this winter season will also be open Sunday and could be open for an extended period of time into next week depending on weather conditions.
Now in its third season at Ladner United Church, the shelter can accommodate up to nine people and opens when the temperature drops below zero or in severe windy and rainy weather conditions.
The shelter offers a warm place to sleep, hot food and drink a hot shower and a chance to dry out from the cold, wet weather.
The shelter is operated in cooperation with volunteers from the United Church, the City of Delta and Options Community Services.
