
The City of Odessa is opening a temporary weather shelter at Ector College Prep Success Academy Gymnasium at 809 West Clements for those in need of a place during the winter storm Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020, in Odessa, Texas. The shelter will be open from 5 p.m. Wednesday and remain open until noon on Friday. Food, bedding, showers and restrooms facilities will be available for those who are seeking shelter as well as 24-hour security onsite. The shelter will be following the CDC's guidelines for COVID-19 to ensure a safe environment. (Jacob Ford/Odessa American via AP)
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