Code Blue In Burlington County For Second Straight Night

Despite the fact that South Jersey was spared the brunt of a winter storm that hit the region this week, Burlington County finds itself under a Code Blue Weather Alert for the second straight night, county officials announced on Tuesday.

The Code Blue Alert will be in effect from 7 p.m. Tuesday night through 7 a.m. Wednesday morning. 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," Burlington County Freeholder Director Pullion 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 overnight shelter, individuals can call New Jersey 211 for Emergency Shelter information.

"During a Code Blue declaration, we encourage residents to stay indoors in heated areas," Pullion said. "Extremely 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 also 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/

The weather forecast for the next few days in Burlington County is as follows, according to the National Weather Service:

Tonight

Increasing clouds, with a low around 31. West wind 3 to 8 mph.

Wednesday
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 46. West wind 5 to 8 mph.

Wednesday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32.

Thursday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 45.

Thursday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 30.

Friday
Partly sunny, with a high near 47.

Friday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 30.

Saturday
Sunny, with a high near 41.

Saturday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 28.

Sunday
Partly sunny, with a high near 48.
For general cold weather precautions, check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website: https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/.

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