Code Blue in effect until Saturday

With subfreezing temperatures predicted for the next two nights and wind chill factors dipping below 20 degrees, the Burlington County Health Department declared that a Code Blue Cold Weather Emergency will go into effect early this evening.

The Code Blue will commence at on Thursday, Jan. 3, at 8 p.m. and remain in effect through Saturday, Jan. 5, at 8 a.m. Officials will then review and assess upcoming weather conditions.

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, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/winter.