Emergency shelters open doors ahead of frigid temps with freezing rain or snow expected by Thursday

Emergency warming shelters are opening their doors Monday night ahead of what could be difficult – and dangerous – conditions this week.

Wind is expected to pick up overnight as temperatures drop into the 20-degree range.

By Thursday, freezing rain, sleet, or snow – or all three – could sweep the region.

LATEST FORECAST – https://katu.com/weather

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