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flag Portland’s warming shelter closes at 6:30 a.m., leaving homeless people exposed to cold temperatures until 9 a.m.

flag Portland’s warming shelter on Riverside Street requires people to leave by 6:30 a.m., forcing them to endure the coldest part of the day outdoors, often in doorways or bus shelters. flag Critics argue this policy puts vulnerable individuals at risk, especially since temperatures typically remain low until around 9 a.m. flag Advocates urge the city to extend shelter hours to at least 9 a.m. to better protect homeless residents during winter’s harshest hours.

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