St. Paul's Church in Foley Opens as Storm Shelter
OBA Staff • April 10, 2024
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Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – St. Paul's Episcopal Church, located at 506 N. Pine Street in Foley, has announced that it will open its doors at 2 p.m. to serve as a Safer Place for citizens seeking refuge from the storm.
The church emphasizes the importance of self-preparedness for those who decide to take shelter there.
Individuals are urged to bring all necessary supplies, including toiletries, bedding, food, water, and medicine, as the church's role will primarily be to offer shelter.
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