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How To Stay Warm, Protect Neighbors In Hoboken Cold Snap
Hoboken officials offer tips on cold weather preparedness, and who to call if you see vulnerable people or pets trapped outside.
HOBOKEN, NJ —What are some ways you can protect your family – and home – during this week’s cold snap? Who should you call if you see a homeless person outside on the frigid Hoboken streets, or if you spot a pet left out in the freeze?
As Hoboken residents deal with dangerously cold temperatures this week, local officials are offering some important winter safety tips.
Hoboken Police Chief Ken Ferrante reminded residents that they should dress warm, hydrate and check on elderly family members and neighbors. They should also keep their children warm and prevent them from making unnecessary outdoor trips, he wrote.
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“If you see anyone dealing with homelessness outdoors, see anyone who appears to be in distress or disoriented or see any children left outdoors, please contact the Hoboken Police Department at 201-420-2100,” Ferrante stated. “If you see any pets left outside, also call the HPD and our animal cruelty officer will respond.
- See related article: Hoboken Shelter Remains Open Wednesday Night To Combat Cold
The Hoboken Fire Department offered the below list of safety precautions as temperatures plummet.
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Please take safety precautions as the temperature drops tonight. pic.twitter.com/RKnLJqSvD1
— Hoboken Fire Dept (@HobokenFire) January 30, 2019
A rapid drop in temperatures can also cause pipes to freeze. Be prepared: *Run water to prevent freezing. *Set the thermostat to at least 55 degrees when no one is home. *Know where to find water shut-off valves. *In an emergency, call us at 201-420-2004. https://t.co/oc89BI5nzk
— Hoboken Fire Dept (@HobokenFire) January 21, 2019
If you see anyone dealing with homelessness outdoors, see anyone who appears to be in distress or disoriented or see any children left outdoors, please contact @HobokenPD at 201-420-2100- If you see any pets left outside, also call HPD and our Animal Cruelty Officer will respond.
— Chief Ken Ferrante (@KenFerrante) January 31, 2019
Caution Ice #Hoboken Temps currently well below freezing and drop into single digits overnight. Water /snow melt, from today’s storm, will freeze and result in icy conditions on untreated roads & sidewalks. Be careful while driving, walking or biking. pic.twitter.com/9gwcn5xCUc
— Live Hoboken Weather (@HobokenWX) January 30, 2019
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