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Warming Center Opening In Cranston Amid Frigid Temperatures

Winds chills in RI are expected to be dangerous and reach their coldest since February 2016, according to the National Weather Service.

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Communities across the state, including Cranston, have designated warming centers aimed at helping residents stay warm.
Communities across the state, including Cranston, have designated warming centers aimed at helping residents stay warm. (Rachel Nunes/Patch)

CRANSTON, RI — Frigid temperatures are in the forecast in Rhode Island, with temperatures expected to fall well below zero.

Communities across the state, including Cranston, have designated warming centers aimed at helping residents stay warm.

The list of warming centers below was provided by the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency.

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Cranston:

Central Library: 140 Sockanosset Cross Road

  • Monday to Wednesday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Thursday to Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Phone: 401-943-9080.

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