Code Blue Extended In Burlington County

A Code Blue advisory currently in effect has been extended another day. Freeholder Director Kate Gibbs announced that the County Health Department, in concurrence with the County Office of Emergency Management, has extended a Code Blue Weather Emergency until 10 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 19. County officials will assess weather conditions again on Friday to determine if additional precautions are needed.

“A Code Blue declaration is made in Burlington County when winter weather conditions pose a threat of serious harm to individuals without shelter,” Gibbs said. “When a Code Blue is enacted it provides for short-term emergency shelters to those in need.”

Individuals in need of shelter, or for more information about Code Blue, can call CONTACT of Burlington County at 856-234-8888 or 866-234-5006.

“During a Code Blue declaration, we encourage residents to stay indoors in heated areas,” Gibbs said. “This is a time when we need to look out for the most vulnerable among us, especially children and older adults. Caution should also be taken with pets during extremely cold temperatures.”

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

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