Augusta, GA – As the temperatures continue to drop in Augusta, local authorities are ensuring residents have access to vital services that provide warmth and transportation. The city has launched multiple initiatives, including free bus routes and warming centers, to support those in need during this cold season.

The city has organized a special bus service running from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, providing free rides to various shelters and relief centers. The service includes pick-up locations at Broad Street Transfer Facility (1546 Broad Street) and May Park Community Center (622 4th Street), with drop-off locations at crucial service sites, including:

• Augusta Rescue Mission (526 Walker Street) — Route #3 Gold Line/East Augusta
• Garden City Rescue Mission (828 Fenwick Street) — Route #6 Brown Line/Gordon Hwy
• Salvation Army Center of Hope (1384 Greene Street) — Route #3 Gold Line/East Augusta

Residents who need a ride are urged to call 706-821-1719 before 8:00 PM for assistance. This service is an essential lifeline for individuals seeking shelter or support during extreme weather.

In addition to transportation, several daytime warming centers are available to offer refuge from the cold. These centers, spread across the city, are open during different hours, ensuring that residents can find a place to stay warm throughout the day.

The following centers are providing relief:

• Carrie J. Mays Center – 1014 11th Ave., Augusta, GA | 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• Bernie Ward Center – 1941 Lumpkin Rd., Augusta, GA | 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Blythe Center – 3129 HWY 88, Blythe, GA | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Henry H. Brigham Center – 2463 Golden Camp Rd., Augusta, GA | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• May Park – 622 4th St., Augusta, GA | 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM
• McBean Center – 1155 Hephzibah/McBean Rd., Hephzibah, GA | 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Sand Hills Center – 2540 Wheeler Rd., Augusta, GA | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• W.T. Johnson Center – 1606 Hunter St., Augusta, GA | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Warren Road Center – 300 Warren Rd., Augusta, GA | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Diamond Lakes Regional Park – 4335 Windsor Spring Rd., Hephzibah, GA | 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

These centers offer a safe environment for individuals to escape the harsh winter conditions. Each location is equipped to serve those in need, with varying hours to accommodate different schedules. Residents can visit these centers to stay warm during the day and find much-needed relief from the cold.

In times of extreme cold, these services play a crucial role in keeping residents safe and supported. Whether it’s a ride to a shelter or a place to stay warm during the day, Augusta’s efforts to provide transportation and shelter during the winter months are a testament to the city’s commitment to caring for its residents.

For more information or to arrange a ride, residents are encouraged to call the bus service at 706-821-1719 before 8:00 PM.