Burlington County Code Blue Extended As Frigid Weather Continues

A Code Blue Weather Emergency that was in effect for Burlington County through Monday morning has been extended two days, Freeholder Deputy Director Kate Gibbs announced. It is now in effect until 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 10. County officials will further assess weather conditions on Wednesday 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,” said Gibbs, liaison to the County Health Department. “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/.