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FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – Cumberland County rescinded the State of Emergency effective at 12 p.m. (noon) Tuesday, Jan. 27, as emergency protective measures related to the recent winter weather event are complete.

While the State of Emergency is ending, dangerously cold temperatures are expected to continue through the week. County officials urge residents to remain cautious and take steps to stay warm and safe.

White Flag shelters and warming centers remain open for those seeking shelter from the cold.

Weather Conditions

Although road conditions have improved, extreme cold remains a concern, particularly for older adults, individuals without reliable heat, and those experiencing housing insecurity.

Residents are encouraged to:

• Remain indoors when possible

• Travel safely and limit unnecessary trips

• Check on neighbors, older adults and vulnerable individuals

• Bring pets indoors during freezing temperatures

White Flag Shelters

Cornerstone Christian Empowerment Center

• Address: 111 N. Bragg Blvd., Spring Lake

• Hours: 6 p.m.–8 a.m. (Intake: 5:30–9 p.m.)

• Shuttle service provided to and from the Fayetteville Cares Day Resource Center, 128 S. King St., Fayetteville.

  • Evening pickup: 5 p.m.

  • Morning return: 7:30 a.m.

• Dinner and breakfast provided.

• Contact: Call 910-922-6212 or email ccecfavor@gmail.com.

The Salvation Army of the Sandhills

• Address: 245 Alexander St., Fayetteville

• More Information: Meals provided.

Warming Centers

Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation Centers

• Recreation center locations and hours are posted at fcpr.us.facilities/recreation-centers.

Fayetteville Area System of Transit (FAST) Lobby

• Address: 505 Franklin St., Fayetteville

• Regular operation hours are posted at fayettevillenc.gov/transit.

Cumberland County Department of Social Services - Auxiliary Lobby

• Address: 1225 Ramsey St., Fayetteville

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.

• Masks for face coverings are encouraged for those with preexisting conditions.

Cumberland County Department of Public Health - First Floor Lobby

• Address: 1235 Ramsey St., Fayetteville

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• Masks or face coverings are encouraged for those with preexisting conditions.

Cumberland County Public Libraries

• All eight libraries will open as warming centers.

• Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Headquarters, Cliffdale Regional, Hope Mills and North Regional libraries are open Sundays from 2 - 6 p.m.

• For locations, visit cumberlandcountync.gov/library.

Fayetteville Cares Day Resource Center

• Address: 128 S. King St., Fayetteville

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• For more information about the Day Resource Center services and programs, visit faycares.org.

The Salvation Army of the Sandhills

• Address: 245 Alexander St., Fayetteville

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

• More Information: When activated as a warming center, meals will be provided.

Resources

• Call 9-1-1 for emergencies.

• NC 211 can help connect residents to sheltering, food, and other cold-weather resources by dialing 2-1-1 or visiting nc211.org.

For more information about Cumberland County Government, visit cumberlandcountync.gov, download the MyCCNCGov app or follow CCNCGOV on social media.