WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — UPDATE: Tuesday, 16 7:00 p.m.
While city officials were working on repairs the first broken water pipe at the MPEC, a second line has broken. And because of this, the MPEC is now closed and is no longer a relief station.
Click here to see the two Wichita Falls locations that are offering overnight shelter for residents.
UPDATE: Tuesday, 16 3:05 p.m.
According to city officials, the MPEC had a water pipe burst and they are working on repairing it.
The building is still open and available, but there is currently no water or access to the restroom.
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As thousands of Wichita Falls residents remain without power, city officials are stepping in to help provide some much-needed relief.
The City of Wichita Falls is opening a temporary relief station at the MPEC for those without power and/or water service.
According to a press release, this station is to be used as a come and go for individuals to temporarily warm up and hydrate.
The MPEC will open at noon on Tuesday, February 16, and those who wish to utilize it are asked to use the West entrance.
Masks are required and all COVID-19 precautions will be followed.
Bottled water, restrooms and charging stations will be available, and pets are not allowed at this time.
A Relief Station Hotline has been set up and will be manned for questions at (940) 761-7907.
Please find the full press release below:
