Seadrift’s Civic Center became a warming center during the February Freeze. From Monday, the 15th of February, through Friday the 19th, the Civic Center became the “Go-To” place for as many as one-hundred fifty people! The Seadrift Police gave twenty-four hour assistance as needed the whole time the Center was open to the public. Food, water, coffee, cots, and electricity for cell phones were all provided as well as port-a-potties. All in all, it proved to be a wonderful blessing to so many! Our hats off to all who made this possible! Your contributions were greatly appreciated! Also, a salute to all the City Warriors who worked tirelessly to provide for our community..Mayor Elmer DeForest, Councilman Kenneth Reese, Robert Bryant and the City Crew, Commissioner Gary Reese and the County employees, Seadrift Police Chief Leonard Bermea and deputies, and Fire Chief Frank Gerking.
-Tanya DeFores