Under the current weather conditions, the Department is opening designated emergency warming centers for individuals and families without heat, experiencing homelessness, or otherwise in need of shelter during the storm.

Weather Alert: Due to inclement weather, all M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County offices, facilities, and programs will close at 6pm on Saturday, January 24, 2026 and will remain closed through Monday, January 25, 2026

For the latest information on facility operations, reopening, and program updates, please visit pgparks.com, follow us on social media @pgparks, or sign up for PGParks Alerts.

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M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation to Open Warming Centers During Snow Emergency

January 25, 2026

Riverdale, MD — January 25, 2026 — In response to the ongoing snow emergency, icy conditions, and dangerously low temperatures, The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County, will open emergency warming centers to provide residents with safe, heated spaces.

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County’s operating procedures activate warming centers during business hours when the Department is open. Under the current weather conditions, the Department is opening designated emergency warming centers for individuals and families without heat, experiencing homelessness, or otherwise in need of shelter during the storm.

Warming Centers Open on Sunday and Monday, January 25 – 26

· Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex 8001 Sheriff Rd, Landover, MD 20785 301-583-2400

8:00 am – 6:00 pm

· Suitland Community Center 5600 Regency Ln, Forestville, MD 20747 301-736-3518

8:00 am – 6:00 pm

· Rollingcrest-Chillum Community Center 6120 Sargent Rd, Chillum, MD 20782

301-853-2005

24-hours (until further notice)

For information on additional warming center accommodations, residents are encouraged to visit the Prince George’s County website at princegeorgescountymd.gov.

Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel, check on neighbors—especially older adults and individuals with disabilities—and take precautions to prevent cold-related injuries. The Department will continue monitoring weather conditions and provide updates as needed. M-NCPPC Prince George’s County’s commitment to People First, Purpose Always remains our focus as we place emphasis on service excellence and the safety of the County residents, patrons of the facilities, and employees.

For the latest information on facility operations, reopening, and program updates, visit pgparks.com, follow @pgparks on social media, or sign up for PGParks Alerts.

About the Department

With over 29,000 acres of parkland, trails, athletic fields, playgrounds, and more, the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County provides an award-winning park system through progressive, quality, innovative leadership and commitment to its community and environment. The Department delivers first-class recreational activities and programs for people of all ages and ability levels. It strives to improve the quality of life for Prince George’s County residents and the communities in which they live, work, and raise families. The Department’s Formula 2040 Plan establishes a framework that will ensure the Department can meet future parks and recreation programmatic and facility needs. To learn more, visit www.pgparks.com.