Fitch Lumber and Hardware in Carrboro is collecting coats.

They are calling it “Free Kindling for Coats.”  Citizens can bring any coat for a man, woman, or child that is clean and in good condition and put it in the colection bin by their back counter.  In return, Fitch Lumber will give you a free bundle of kindling.

The coats will be donated to local shelters or schools.

Fitch Lumber and Hardware has been in business since 1907.  They are currently located on 309 N Greensboro Street in Carrboro.

A Winter Weather Advisory is currently in effect for much of central North Carolina.  Several schools have already issued cancellations for after-school activities on Wednesday.  The low temperature for Chapel Hill will be 24 degrees Wednesday night.