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Code Blue Cold Weather Emergency

Code Blue Cold Weather Emergency

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Due to dropping temperatures, Freeholder Director Bruce Garganio today declared a code blue cold weather emergency effective starting 7 p.m. Jan. 29 through 9 a.m. Jan. 30. 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: www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/winter.

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