MONTGOMERY COUNTY

Montgomery County issues Code Blue cold weather emergency beginning Wednesday night

A Code Blue is declared in Montgomery County when winter conditions pose a threat of serious harm or death to individuals without shelter.

Code Blue in effect.

A Code Blue is declared in Montgomery County when winter conditions pose a threat of serious harm or death to individuals without shelter.

  • Public Safety

The Montgomery County Commissioners, on the advice of the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services Office of Public Health, have declared a Code Blue cold weather emergency from Wednesday at 8 p.m. to Thursday at 8 a.m. 

During this time, either the temperature or the wind chill is expected to be at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit for two or more hours.

A Code Blue is declared in Montgomery County when winter conditions pose a threat of serious harm or death to individuals without shelter.

Residents of Montgomery County who need emergency shelter during a Code Blue can call the Your Way Home Call Center at 610.278.3522.

WHAT TO DO IN CODE BLUE CONDITIONS

  • Check on elderly friends and neighbors frequently to ensure that their homes are adequately heated.
  • If you see someone in need of immediate emergency assistance, call or text 9-1-1.
  • If you or someone you know needs help with temporary shelter from the cold weather or a longer-term housing issue, call Your Way Home at 610.278.3522.


PERSONAL TIPS

  • Make sure your car is winterized with antifreeze, a full tank of gas, properly inflated tires, and is stocked with an emergency kit.
  • Check your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.
  • Wear appropriate clothing and avoid prolonged exposure when going outdoors in winter weather.
  • Limit pets' time outdoors during extreme temperatures.
  • Report power outages directly to your utility company; DO NOT call 9-1-1.


For general cold weather information, please visit www.montgomerycountypa.gov/codeblue.



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