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Montgomery County has declared a
"CODE BLUE"
for the time period of:
Friday, January 27th at 9:00 p.m. -
Saturday, Janaury 28th at 9:00 a.m.
 In periods of extreme, life-threatening weather, defined as a wind-chill factor of 20°F or below, multiple county agencies and private health/social organizations will offer expanded services for those without adequate shelter, including the chronically homeless and homeless families with children. The goal of the "Code Blue" plan is to provide temporary shelter, food, and clothing to those in need.
Residents of Montgomery County who need shelter during a "Code Blue" can call the Your Way Home Call Center at 2-1-1 or text 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 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, has a full tank of gas, has 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 more general cold weather information, visit the Montgomery County Office of Public Health website: www.montcopa.org/CodeBlue
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