Storm shelters available across West Tennessee

April 2, 2025

Ryan Hodges,

EDIT: This list will be continually updated, check back for future listings.

JACKSON, Tenn. — As we prepare for weather events that are coming soon, we want to give you updates regarding different safe areas around West Tennessee.

We were able to contact many cities and counties in our coverage area to learn about where you can go in your community to stay safe.

Carroll County

Carroll County Sheriff’s Office in Huntingdon
Bethel University Library in McKenzie
McLemoresville Baptist Church
McLemoresville Methodist Church
Cornerstone Church in Atwood
Atwood First Baptist Church
McKenzie Church of Christ

Chester County

Henderson City Hall
Public Safety Building (across the street from Henderson City Hall)

Crockett County

Shelter available on Park Street in Alamo

Decatur County

Calvary Baptist (will open at 5 p.m.)
Decatur County Courthouse (will be open as a storm shelter starting at 5 p.m. Enter from the North side (Library entrance)—signs will be posted. Pets are welcome, but they must be leashed or kenneled. What to Bring: Any personal items you need for comfort, but please be mindful of others, as space may be limited. A flashlight is recommended in case of power outages. No alcohol or illegal drugs—the courthouse is monitored, and everyone is expected to be respectful. Safety Reminder: Use extreme caution when traveling to and from the courthouse. Please check on elderly neighbors and those who may need assistance.)

Gibson County

Gibson County Sheriff’s Office and the police department in Trenton have places available
Dyer Elementary (No pets)
Bradford Elementary (No pets)
Rutherford Elementary (No pets)
Kenton Elementary (No pets) (Will open when warning is issued)
Medina Elementary School
Humboldt Police Department – in the basement entrance towards daycare (No Pets)
Medina High School (Check their Facebook Page) (As of right now at 14:05 – they will not be open)
Yorkville School on Nebo Yorkville Rd
Springhill School
First Methodist Church – Dyer – opens at 5:00
Trenton- does not have a storm shelter but the sheriff’s office lobby will be open and everyone is asked to stay away from the windows. Or tea pot room at Trenton PD (No pets)
The FEMA building in Milan (behind the theater 1101 Williamson St (No pets) opens at 6pm)
Special School District Schools will also be available

Hardeman County

First Baptist Church on Main Street in Whiteville will open as a storm shelter (beginning at 4 p.m.)

Hardin County

Saltillo Community Center
You can also watch Hardin County’s EMA page to see if they will be opening the county courthouse

Haywood County

Haywood County Criminal Justice Complex
Haywood Middle and Elementary Schools (will open at 4 p.m.)

Henderson County

The Watson Center (will open at 4 p.m.)
Main fire building

Henry County

Harrelson, Henry and Lakewood Schools (will open at 5 p.m. and remain open until the threat of severe weather has passed)
Inman Middle School (will open at 5 p.m. and remain open until the threat of severe weather has passed)
Rhea Elementary School (will open at 5 p.m. and remain open until the threat of severe weather has passed)

Madison County

Jackson Regional Airport
The Carl Perkins Civic Center (will open at 6 p.m., please use the lower-level south entrance across from Mother Liberty C.M.E. Church to enter)

McNairy County

Finger Fire Department
Milledgeville Fire Department
Selmer Elementary School
McNairy County Courthouse

Weakley County

Courthouse in Dresden (will open at 5 p.m.)
Martin Gateway Center (will be available when a watch or warning is issued)
Sharon Presbyterian Church basement at 4 p.m. (You can not bring any animals to the shelter. All kids need to be accompany with an adult.)

Please stay weather aware over the next few days. One great way to do that is downloading our Storm Team Weather mobile app.