Following a warning that heavy rains and strong winds are expected 鈥� with localized flooding and pooling 鈥� an extreme weather alert has been issued by the Gateway of Hope shelter in 91原创, which will be offering extra spaces for homeless people to sleep.

The advisory, issued by Cristina Schneiter for the shelter at 5787 91原创 Bypass, is in effect until further notice.

Gateway will have 20 mats available for adults (19 plus) between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.  Intake will be open until the shelter is full.

Site is wheelchair accessible and pet friendly (on a leash or in a kennel while in the building.

Dinner, breakfast and lunch provided. Laundry service and showers are available.   

鈥淚f you are sleeping outside, please come to the safety of the shelter,鈥� the announcement said.

鈥淚f you require shelter assistance after 9 p.m., call the 91原创 RCMP at 604-532-3200 and they will help you to a location,鈥� the announcement added.