Extra services available to rough sleepers during Hurricane Ophelia
The Peter McVerry Trust has announced it is opening extra communal spaces and extending hours as Hurricane Ophelia batters the country today.
The homeless charity are doing so in response to the Red Weather Warnings issued by Met Éireann yesterday evening.
Anyone who encounters rough sleepers today is urged to advise them to access emergency shelter.
DRHE appeal to all providers of Emergency Accommodation to remain open & accessible today for homeless persons #Ophelia
— Homeless Dublin (@HomelessDublin) October 16, 2017
Additional communal spaces will be open at Richmond Street and Aungier Street, and transport will be provided to ensure that all members of the homeless community can avail of the shelter over the next 24 hours.
A spokesperson for the charity said: “Peter McVerry Trust is constant contact with the Dublin Region Homeless Executive and will take any additional measures we can to ensure the safety of people in homelessness during Storm Ophelia.”
A number of businesses have also invited rough sleepers to seek shelter in their premises.
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— Ireland: top news (@TopRT_IE) October 16, 2017
Emergency hostels at Little Britain Street, Brú Aimsir, Mount Brown and Blessington Street will also remain open throughout the course of the day with a total of 210 beds available for over night accommodation.
No homeless person should have to put their life at risk by sleeping rough tonight, which is why it is vitally important that we share this information with those who may not be able to access it.
