Delete WardCleveland City Council is committed to keeping residents safe and informed during the winter months. Severe cold, snow, and ice can arrive quickly—and being prepared makes all the difference. Below are local resources and essential tips to help residents prepare for winter storms and stay safe during extreme weather. Also, click here to view Council's Winter Storm Preparedness Guide for other helpful tools to help protect your home, your health, and your peace of mind.
WARMING CENTER
City of Cleveland Recreation Centers that will serve as warming centers:
- LOCATIONS
- Michael Zone Recreation Center (West side) 6301 Lorain Ave. | (216) 664-3373
- EJ Kovacic Recreation Center (Near downtown) 6250 St. Clair Ave. | (216) 664-4140
- Zelma George Recreation Center (Southeast) 3155 Martin L. King Blvd. | (216) 420-8800
- Collinwood Recreation Center (Northeast) 16300 Lakeshore Blvd. | (216) 420-8323
- DATES/TIMES
- Fri., January 23 11:30 am - 10 pm
- Sat., January 24 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Sun., January 25 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Mon., January 26 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
- Tue., January 27 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
- Wed., January 28 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
SNOWSTORM AND EXTREME COLD SAFETY TIPS
- Know where you will go if your home becomes too cold.
- Fully charge your cell phone and have a way to recharge it.
- Refuel vehicles; charge devices; stock flashlight batteries.
- Store water in plastic jugs in case pipes freeze or service is interrupted.
- Keep at least a one-week supply of medications.
- Check that smoke and carbon monoxide detectors work.
- Run a small trickle of hot and cold water in sinks and tubs to prevent frozen pipes.
- Bring your pets or service animals inside. Wipe off their paws; ice-melting chemicals can make your animals sick. Make sure they have water and food.
POWER OUTAGES
- Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed. An unopened refrigerator will keep food cold for about four hours. A full freezer will keep the temperature for about 48 hours.
- If possible, use flashlights instead of candles. If you must use candles, never leave a burning candle unattended. Never go to sleep with candles burning.
- Unplug sensitive electronics to avoid power surges when power is restored.
- How to Report Outages:
EMERGENCY HEATING
- Use only portable heating equipment that is approved for indoor use.
- Keep combustible materials, including furniture, drapes, and carpeting, at least three feet away from a heat source.
- NEVER drape clothes over a space heater to dry.
- Always keep an eye on heating equipment.
- Never leave children alone in a room where a space heater is running. Turn it off when you are unable to monitor it closely.
- Be careful not to overload electrical circuits.
- House fires occur more frequently in the winter due to increased use of heating equipment. Call 9-1-1 to report a fire.