Staying Safe in Winter Conditions
If you need assistance in the cold weather this weekend, please reach out to one of the community locations below, check with the local authorities, or Call 2-1-1 to find warm locations or shelters near you.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Please see some resources below in response to the cold weather this weekend.
Fall River Resources:
- Official Municipal Website of the City of Fall River, Massachusetts Press Release – Cold Weather Advisory 2-4 – Official Municipal Website of the City of Fall River, Massachusetts (fallriverma.org)
- YMCA to offer warming stations in New Beford, Dartmouth, Wareham, Fall River – New Bedford Guide
- Fall River Residents can also contact a 24-hour hotline for shelter needs at 508-676-3528 nd the Mayor’s Office will be answering calls over the weekend at 508-324-2600.
New Bedford Resources:
- YMCA to offer warming stations in New Beford, Dartmouth, Wareham, Fall River – New Bedford Guide
- New Bedford’s Cold Weather Overflow Shelter Activated Through Feb. 4 – New Bedford Guide
Wareham Resources:
- Town of Wareham Press Release 2/3/2023
- YMCA to offer warming stations in New Beford, Dartmouth, Wareham, Fall River – New Bedford Guide
Rhode Island Resources:
Winter Weather Tips
Southcoast Health reminds you to stay vigilant and not ignore your symptoms or injuries. We are your resource for world-class care close to home, including treatment for seasonal illnesses, minor injuries, and more.
As always, if you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Our urgent care centers are also available for less severe injuries or illnesses.
Urgent Care Conveniently Located Near You
If you need quick medical care that you and your family can rely on, find your nearest urgent care location and check in online anytime! We also gladly accept walk-ins, so no appointment is needed.
Save your Urgent Care spot in Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Fall River, Lakeville, Seekonk & Wareham, MA.
The Southcoast Health Urgent Care is open to the public, and you do not need to have a Southcoast Physicians Group doctor to visit our urgent care clinic.
If your condition is an emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.