Code Blue Declared In Montco As Dangerous Cold Returns

NORRISTOWN, PA — A "Code Blue" cold weather emergency has been declared for the next few days in Montgomery County as freezing temperatures make a return to the region, officials announced.

The declaration is in place from 9 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13 through 9 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16. The Code Blue is issued by the Montgomery County Board Commissioners when the temperature or wind chill is expected to drop below 20 degrees, putting anyone outside in potential danger.

A low of 12 degrees is expected in Montgomery County on Friday, and 24 on Saturday, with wind making things even colder.

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Authorities urge residents to check on elderly friends and neighbors to ensure their homes are heated. It's also a good idea to make sure your vehicle is fully winterized, with antifreeze, a full tank of gas, inflated tires, and an emergency kit.

If you or someone you know needs shelter during the storm and cold, you have multiple options.
Families in need of shelter should go to the Salvation Army in Norristown (610-275-4183), or the Your Way Home Call Center at 2-1-1 (or text your zip code to 898-211).

There are also several other options:

• 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.