Another 'Code Blue' Declared In Montco As Frigid Temps Move In

NORRISTOWN, PA — With more frigid temperatures on the way, local officials have issued a Code Blue cold weather emergency in Montgomery County Wednesday night heading into Thursday morning.

The Code Blue went into effect at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8 and will expire at 8 a.m., on Thursday, Dec. 9.

Temperatures will plummet to the low to mid twenties in much of Montgomery County, with the wind chill dipping even lower.

Code Blue indicates that "winter conditions pose a threat of serious harm or death to individuals without shelter," officials said.

Overnight and over the next few days, residents should check in on the elderly and neighbors to make sure their homes are heated.

And if you know someone who needs temporary shelter tonight, or who has a longer term housing issue, call Your Way Home at 2-1-1 or text 898-211.

Pets should also have only limited outdoor time, and vehicles should be stocked with antifreeze and an emergency kit, as well as fully inflated tires.
For those at risk, the county recommends the following resources:

• Inter-faith Housing Alliance Ambler
• Salvation Army Pottstown
• Interfaith Hospitality Network Keystone Opportunity Center (Souderton)
• Interfaith Hospitality Network Of Main Line - Overnight Shelter

Single individuals can go to the Coordinated Homeless Outreach Center, which is located at Building 9 at Norristown State Hospital. Their phone number is 610-292-9244.