❄️ City of Pickens Winter Storm Shelter, Warming & Aid Station – Open 24 Hours a Day ❄️
These are the ONLY operational shelters currently available in Pickens County.

The City of Pickens Winter Storm Shelter is OPEN and operating 24 hours a day.
📍 Winter Storm Shelter Location:
Pickens High School Gym
150 Torch Drive, Pickens

🏠 Winter Storm Shelter Information:
• Cots provided
• Bathrooms and showers available

🧣 Warming & Aid Station – OPEN 24 HOURS
The City of Pickens Warming and Aid Station is OPEN and operating 24 hours a day at:
📍 City Hall
219 Pendleton Street, Pickens

The Warming and Aid Station provides:
• Bathrooms
• Showers (please bring your own shower supplies)
• Internet access and mobile device charging

🚐 Transportation Assistance Available
If you cannot make it to the shelter, please contact us and we will come pick you up.

📝 Shelter Sign-Up Information
If you believe you or someone you know may need shelter, please complete the shelter information form to help the City plan and provide appropriate accommodations:
👉 https://cityofpickens.com/winter-weather-preparedness

🐾 Pet Policy
Only service animals are permitted to remain with their owners.
All other pets must be crated and will be housed in an adjacent, climate-controlled room. Please bring food, medications, and any other necessities for your pets.

🫁 Residents Using Portable Oxygen
Those who rely on portable oxygen must bring their oxygen equipment, supplies, and chargers. Oxygen is not provided at shelter locations.

🧳 Please Bring
Bed linens, blankets, pillows, medications, and other essential personal items.

The safety and well-being of our community remains our top priority.

Please share this information with anyone who may need assistance.
Stay safe and stay warm, Pickens. 💙❄️