shelter

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He also pointed out that Police Service of Northern Ireland had asked the DUP to announce that people sheltering the leisure centre were no longer in the building.

From BBC

Mlau, his wife and two children have found refuge at one of six centres - schools and churches - that are so far sheltering about 4,000 people.

From BBC

According to the family, Diarra had been drinking a coffee outside the shelter when he encountered police officers and the situation deteriorated.

From Barron's

As environmental conditions worsen in other areas, this region may provide shelter for species displaced from surrounding forests.

From Science Daily

He said many communities in the country had electricity and heating cut off so the candles played an important role and could be used in shelters.

From BBC