Emergency Overflow Shelter To Open Tonight

New Bedford's Emergency Overflow Shelter will be open this evening.

Catholic Social Services says they decided to open the shelter due to expected weather conditions.

Guests can begin arriving at 6 p.m. and those who come to the shelter tonight will be offered a hot meal, access to showers and a good night’s rest.

The shelter is located at 71 Division St. in New Bedford.

Anyone needing additional information can call 1-800-HOMELESS (1-800-466-3537).