Based on forecast information from US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly, a Code Blue Cold Weather Health Emergency has been declared effective immediately and ending on Thursday, Nov. 14 at 10 a.m..
During this time period, the temperature and wind chill are expected to be at or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit.
Residents of Montgomery County who need emergency shelter during a Code Blue can call the Your Way Home Call Center at 2-1-1 or text their zip code to 898-211.
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 2-1-1 or text
898-211.
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.
Local Help Needed
Trinity Lutheran Church serves as a Code Blue Shelter for the area, and they could always use a few good volunteers. For the current period, they could use two volunteers for the breakfast shift on Wednesday morning. To sign up, or to learn more about volunteering, click here.
For more information, visit www.montcopa.org/CodeBlue.
