Montco Issues 'Code Blue' As Cold Blast Hits Region

NORRISTOWN, PA — After weeks of mild weather, a Code Blue cold weather emergency has been declared in Montgomery County this week.

The declaration is in effect from Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 4 p.m. to Friday, Jan. 10 at 8 a.m. The Code Blue is issued when the temperature or wind chill is expected to drop below 20 degrees, putting anyone outside in potential danger.

Snow squalls hit around Montgomery County on Wednesday morning, bringing brief bursts of high winds and snow to the area. The low temperature was expected to drop into the teens overnight Wednesday, with a low of 25 on Thursday.

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.