Burlington County issues Code Blue effective Jan. 4 — Jan. 6

Due to dropping temperatures, Freeholder Director Mary Ann O’Brien today declared a Code Blue Cold Weather Emergency will be effective starting 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4, through 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6. 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