American Red Cross Opens Shelters Across Region After Severe Weather

CATAWBA, N.C. — The American Red Cross has opened shelters in Catawba and Rutherford County as a response to extreme weather conditions in the area. The organization will also be opening shelters in Charlotte and Matthews at 6 p.m.

People can seek shelter at the following areas:

  • In Catawba County shelter for evacuations are at Catawba County Community College in Hickory.
  • In Rutherford County shelter for evacuations are at Second Baptist Church in Rutherfordton.
  • In Matthews shelter for evacuations are at Crews Rec Center.
  • In Charlotte shelter for evacuations are at Naomi Drenan Rec Center.

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For more on the severe weather, click HERE.