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Know Your Shelters

Start here by identifying the nearest safe shelters and understanding the services they provide to accommodate your family’s needs during a disaster. Consider any special requirements for family members.

Why Knowing Your Shelter is Important

During a disaster, having a safe place to go can make all the difference. Whether you’re facing a hurricane, flood, or other emergencies, knowing the location of your nearest shelter ensures that you and your loved ones can find safety quickly and efficiently. Proper planning and awareness can save lives.

2025 Hurricane Shelters

Know Your Hurricane Shelters

Preparing your home for a hurricane is crucial to ensure the safety and well-being of your family and property. Hurricanes can bring devastating winds, torrential rains, and dangerous storm surges. By taking proactive steps, you can minimize damage and be ready to face the storm with confidence. Here are a few tips:

NEW PROVIDENCE
NO. SHELTER ADDRESS CAP
1. New Providence Community Centre Blake Road 330 pers.
2. Samuel and Cornella Williams Community Centre, The Salvation Army Meadow Street 50 pers.
3. Rev. Dr. O. A. Pratt Educational Building, St. Johns Native Baptist Augusta & Meeting Street 150 pers.
4. The Remnant Tabernacle Praise (Reserved for aftermath) Carmichael Road 400 pers.
5. Epworth Hall, Ebenezer Methodist Church (for use by Homeless and Persons with physical disabilities) Shirley Street 270 pers.
6. St. Barnabas Anglican Church Wulf Road & Baillou Hill Rd 140 pers.
7. Maranatha Seventh Day Adventist Prince Charles 140 pers.
8. The Salvation Army Mackey Street 60 pers.
9. Pilgrim Baptist Temple St. James Street 150 pers.
NEW PROVIDENCE
NO. SHELTERS LOCATION CAP.
1 New Providence Community Centre Blake Road 330 Persons
2 Samuel and Cornella Williams Community Centre, The Salvation Army  Meadow Street 50 Persons
3 Rev. Dr. O. A. Pratt Educational Building, St. Johns Native Baptist  Augusta & Meeting Street 150 Persons
4 The Remnant Tabernacle Praise (Reserved for aftermath) Carmichael Road 400 Persons
5 Epworth Hall, Ebenezer Methodist Church (for use by Homeless and Persons with physical disabilities) Shirly Street 270 Persons
6 St. Barnabas Anglican Church Wulf Road & Baillou Hill Rd 140 Persons
7 Maranatha Seventh Day Adventist Prince Charles 140 Persons
8 The Salvation Army Mackey Street 60 Persons
9 Pilgrim Baptist Temple St. James Street 150 Persons
10 New Bethlehem Baptist Church Independence Drive 200 Persons
11 Hillview Seven Day Adventist Church Tonique Darling Highway 60 Persons
12 Agape Full Gospel Baptist Church Kennedy Subdivision 120 Persons
13 New Dimensions Ministries Joe Farrington Road 80 Persons
14 Church Of God, Convention Centre  Joe Farrington Road 600 Persons
15 Berea Seventh Day Bailliou Hill South 50 Persons
16 Canon Neil E. Roach Hall, Holy Cross Anglican Church Highbury Park 100 Persons
17 Ebenezer Mission Baptist  Charles Vincent Street 120 Persons
18 St. Mary’s Hall  Fox Hill (On Top of The Hill) 260 Persons
19 Epiphany Anglican Church Prince Charles Drive 100 Persons

Mayaguana

Crooked Island

Name of Shelter Address
All Saints Anglican Church, Priest Residence (Colonel Hill and Church Grove Residents) Church Grove, Crooked Island
Church of God of Prophecy (Landrail Point, Richmond, Moss Town and Cripple Hill Residents) Cripple Hill, Crooked Island
Landrail Point Community Centre Landrail Point

Acklins

Name of Shelter Address
Joshua Kingdom Ministries Pine Field

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Mayaguana

Crooked Island

Name of Shelter Address
All Saints Anglican Church, Priest Residence (Colonel Hill and Church Grove Residents) Church Grove, Crooked Island
Church of God of Prophecy (Landrail Point, Richmond, Moss Town and Cripple Hill Residents) Cripple Hill, Crooked Island
Landrail Point Community Centre Landrail Point

Acklins

Name of Shelter Address
Joshua Kingdom Ministries Pine Field

Last Updated:

02/01/2025