Code Blue In Burlington County Extended Through Thursday

A Code Blue Weather Alert that has been in effect for Burlington County since last week has been extended for two more nights, officials announced on Tuesday. The Code Blue that expired at 11 a.m. Tuesday morning will be reinstated at 7 p.m. It will then be in effect through 8 a.m. Thursday, officials announced. Officials will then review and assess upcoming weather forecasts. The current alert went into effect last Thursday.

“A Code Blue declaration is made in Burlington County when winter conditions pose a threat of serious harm or death to individuals without shelter,” Burlington County Freeholder Director Felicia Hopson said. “When a Code Blue is enacted, it provides for short-term emergency sheltering.”

During normal business hours, public buildings are available as warming centers. For information on overnight emergency shelters, call 211.

“During a Code Blue declaration, we encourage residents to stay indoors in heated areas,” Hopson said. “Extreme cold weather can be just as dangerous as extremely hot weather. This is the time to watch out for those most vulnerable among us, especially children and older adults. Caution also should be taken with pets during extremely cold temperatures.”

Residents should report any power outages directly to the appropriate utility provider list below:

• PSE&G: 1-800-436-PSEG (7734)
• PSE&G website: http://pseg.com/home/customer_service/outage_info/index.jsp
• Atlantic City Electric: 1-800-833-7476; http://www.atlanticcityelectric.com/home/
• South Jersey Gas: 1-800-582-7060
• South Jersey Gas website: http://southjerseygas.com/

Below is the forecast for the next few days in Burlington County, according to the National Weather Service:

Tuesday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 18. Northwest wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Wednesday
Sunny, with a high near 40. Light northwest wind.

Wednesday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 21. Calm wind.

Thursday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 46. Light and variable wind.

Thursday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 26.

Friday
Partly sunny, with a high near 48.

Friday Night
A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Saturday
Rain. High near 48. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Saturday Night
A chance of rain before 8pm, then a chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Sunday
A chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 44. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Sunday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32.

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

Patch's Cold Weather Shopping Checklist:

• Electric Heated Throw Blanket
• Thermal Wool Touchscreen Gloves
• Insulated Snow Boots
• Amazon's Best-Selling Windshield Scraper
• Sleek Door Draft Stopper