Code Blue declared for Jan. 6 at 6 p.m. through Jan. 9 at 9 a.m.

Due to frigid temperatures and wind, the Burlington County Board of Chosen Freeholders declared the Code Blue Cold Weather Emergency for Monday, Jan. 6 at 6 p.m. through Thursday, Jan. 9 at 9 a.m.

A Code Blue declaration is made in Burlington County when winter conditions pose a threat of serious harm or death to individuals without shelter. When a Code Blue is enacted it provides for short-term emergency sheltering.

Individuals can call CONTACT of Burlington County at (856) 234–8888 or (866) 234–5006 for a list of available shelters and additional Code Blue information.

For general cold weather precautions, check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website: http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/winter