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Code Blue In Effect For 2 Nights In Burlington County
Temperatures were expected to drop into the mid 30s mid-day Tuesday.
Burlington County will be under a Code Blue Weather Emergency for the next two nights, county officials announced Tuesday morning. The emergency will be in effect from 7 p.m. on Tuesday through 7 a.m. on Wednesday, and from 7 p.m. Wednesday through 7 a.m. Thursday.
Officials will then review and assess upcoming weather forecasts. During normal business hours, public buildings are available as warming centers. For overnight shelter, individuals can call 856-764-6945, ext. 6128 or ext. 6122 for Emergency Shelter information.
"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 Tom Pullion said. "When a Code Blue is enacted it provides for short-term emergency sheltering.
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“During a Code Blue declaration, we encourage residents to stay indoors in heated areas. 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.”
The forecast for the weekend in Burlington County, according to the National Weather Service, can be found below:
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Today
Rain likely, possibly mixing with snow after 1pm, then gradually ending. Cloudy early, then gradual clearing, with a temperature falling to around 32 by 4pm. Northwest wind around 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 20. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Wednesday
Sunny, with a high near 35. Northwest wind 7 to 11 mph.
Wednesday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 18. Calm wind.
Thursday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 45. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 8 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 31.
Friday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 51.
Friday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 27.
Saturday
Sunny, with a high near 41.
Saturday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 26.
Sunday
Partly sunny, with a high near 47.
Sunday Night
A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
For general cold weather precautions, check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website: https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/.
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