Inclement weather shelter
A safe place to be when Denton weather turns dangerous.
Fastest status: text UPDATE to (940) 340-3253. A decision is usually made by 1:00 PM on the day the shelter would open. If anyone is in danger, call 911.
When the shelter opens
| Condition | Trigger (National Weather Service) |
|---|---|
| Extreme heat | HeatRisk for Denton City Hall at “Red (Major)” or higher, or heat index or temperature of 100°F or higher |
| Cold | Temperature or wind chill below 32°F |
| Storms | Flash floods or dangerous storms |
Please confirm thresholds with us at (940) 566-1308 if you are planning around them.
Location
909 North Loop 288, Denton, TX 76209. Overnight hours, bed counts and what to bring are not published; call us with questions.
Frequently asked questions
Is the inclement weather shelter open tonight?
We can't show live status on this page. A decision is usually made by 1:00 PM. Text UPDATE to (940) 340-3253, check our website and social media, or call (940) 566-1308.
Who can stay?
The overnight shelter is open to all during inclement or severe weather nights.
Is the shelter at City Hall?
No. 215 E McKinney St is Denton City Hall, which we use only as the reference point for National Weather Service HeatRisk readings. The shelter is at 909 North Loop 288.
Help us prepare
Volunteer, donate supplies, give, or apply for our Emergency Management Internship.