Code Blue Cold Weather Emergency issued for Burlington County starting Jan. 29 evening

Due to dropping temperatures, Freeholder Director Bruce Garganio today declared a Code Blue Cold Weather Emergency will be effective starting 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 29 through 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 30. Officials will then review and assess upcoming weather forecasts.

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