SHELTERS

Air raid sirens sounded shortly before midnight as the latest in a wave of attacks by Russia over the New Year period began.

San Antonio area shelters that help the homeless are in need of blankets and coats for this weekend and the winter temperatures ahead.

The Puppy Food Bank is a new virtual non-profit dedicated to providing food supplies to ‘no kill’ pet rescue organizations across Texas.

The pets waiting for adoption in shelters across the U.S. face unique challenges.

San Antonio nonprofit organizations and city outreach worked together to get homeless people off the streets and into warm and dry places to stay. The freezing and wet conditions could be deadly to those stuck with nowhere to go.

As freezing temperatures move through San Antonio, those experiencing homelessness are at great risk. Local nonprofit organizations are opening shelters to give them warm and safe places to stay.

Shelters report seeing more animals with behavior problems.

Shelters report seeing more animals with behavior problems.

The Animal Care Services and BISSELL Pet Foundation are partnering for an Empty the Shelters adoption event this weekend in an effort to pair dogs and cats with families.

RELATE: Cold & cloudy Friday, More wintry weather expected by Sunday nightA combination of cold temperatures and rain is something area shelters, such as The Salvation Army, are very familiar with. Local organizations and church groups, such as Last Chance Ministries, have opened their doors to provide comfort during frigid nights. Jamie Llamas, a community organizer with Last Chance Ministries, said she immediately planned to assist the community as soon as she heard the weather forecast. The Salvation Army will be giving away blankets and cold-weather gear to those it cannot accept in the shelter due to limited space. Last Chance Ministries said it would be housing folks and providing shelter until the cold weather subsides.