LEONARDTOWN, MD – St. Mary’s County, Maryland is currently under a Cold Weather Advisory through January 28, 2026. Due to extreme cold in the forecast, St. Mary’s County Government is announcing the availability of warming centers for the public from Tuesday, January 27, 2026, through Friday, January 30, 2026. Residents who need to take refuge in a warm place can go to one of the following locations:

Charlotte Hall Library 37600 New Market Road, Charlotte Hall 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Monday – Thursday) 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Friday – Saturday)   Garvey Senior Activity Center 23630 Hayden Farm Lane, Leonardtown 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Monday – Thursday) 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Friday)   Leonardtown Library 23630 Hayden Farm Lane, Leonardtown 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Monday – Thursday) 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Friday – Saturday)   Lexington Park Library 21677 FDR Blvd, Lexington Park 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. (Monday – Thursday) 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Friday – Saturday) 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. (Sunday)

Loffler Senior Activity Center 21905 Chancellor’s Run Road, Great Mills 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday – Friday)   Northern Senior Activity Center 29655 Charlotte Hall Road, Charlotte Hall 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday – Friday)   St. Mary’s Caring Soup Kitchen 20331 Point Lookout Road, Great Mills 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Monday – Friday) 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Saturday)   Three Oaks Center 46905 Lei Drive, Lexington Park 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday – Friday)

Note: Times listed above are normal business hours and may change. Centers are located in public facilities; if St. Mary’s County Government administrative offices close due to inclement weather, these warming center locations will follow those operations and will also be closed.

The Wrapping Arms ‘Round Many (WARM) program offers emergency overnight shelter for those in need during the coldest months of the year. Questions or referrals for WARM services should be directed to the Three Oaks Center at (240) 577-0702.

Additionally, the St. Mary’s County Department of Social Services (DSS) provides support to meet the housing needs of high-risk community members, including individuals experiencing homelessness. If community members have concerns about shelter, please contact DSS at (240) 895-7000 for assistance.

Visit www.ready.gov/winter-weather for tips on staying safe during extreme cold. Always remember to check on your neighbors and loved ones, especially if they are elderly or have functional needs.

Knowing what to do before, during, and after an emergency is a critical part of being prepared and may make all the difference when seconds count. To learn about potential disasters and hazards, and how to be prepared and stay informed, please visit: www.stmaryscountymd.gov/es.

 

For more information, please visit www.stmaryscountymd.gov or follow St. Mary’s County Government on Facebook, X, and Instagram for regular updates.