PUTNAM COUNTY, Ohio (WLIO) — Bitter cold has settled into west central Ohio, with a winter storm warning in effect through the weekend.

In Putnam County, seven warming stations are open starting today through Monday, Jan. 26.

The stations include the Leipsic Community Center, Ottoville Parish Center, Village of Dupont Hall, Continental American Legion, Trinity United Methodist Church, and the YMCAs in Columbus Grove and Ottawa.

The warming stations are open during normal business hours. The Putnam County Office of Public Safety asks residents to call ahead to confirm hours or with any questions.

Warming Stations:

  • Leipsic Community Center
    120 East Main St., Leipsic, OH
    419-943-7400

  • Ottoville Parish Center
    150 Park St., Ottoville, OH
    419-453-3513

  • Village of Dupont Hall
    105 S. Liberty St., Dupont, OH
    419-969-0726

  • Continental American Legion
    109 South 5th St., Continental, OH
    419-596-3560

  • Trinity United Methodist Church
    137 N. Pratt St., Ottawa, OH
    Saturday and Sunday, 12 p.m.–6 p.m.
    419-523-5233

  • Columbus Grove YMCA
    104 S. High St., Columbus Grove, OH
    1–5 p.m., lobby only
    419-523-6496

  • Ottawa YMCA
    101 Putnam Parkway, Ottawa, OH
    1–5 p.m., lobby only
    419-523-5233