NORRISTOWN , PA – The
   Montgomery County Commissioners
    , on the advice of the
   Montgomery County Office of Public Health
    , have extended an existing  
   Code BlueCold Weather Emergency for Montgomery County based on a review of forecasts from the National Weather Service .
   The Code Blue has been extended for Montgomery County for the period beginning Wednesday , January 3 , 2024 , at 10 a . m . and ending on Monday , January 8 , 2024 , at 9 a . m . During this time , either the temperature or the wind chill is expected to be below 32 degrees Fahrenheit .
   A Code Blue is declared in Montgomery County when winter conditions pose a threat of serious harm or death to individuals without shelter .
   Residents of Montgomery County who need emergency shelter during a Code Blue can call the Your Way Home Call Center at 2 - 1 - 1 or text their zip code to 898 - 211 .
   WHAT TO DO IN CODE BLUE CONDITIONS
   Check on elderly friends and neighbors frequently to ensure that their homes are adequately heated .
   If you see someone in need of immediate emergency assistance , call or text 9 - 1 - 1 .
   If you or someone you know needs help with temporary shelter from the cold weather or a longer - term housing issue , call Your Way Home at 2 - 1 - 1 or text 898 - 211 .
   PERSONAL TIPS
   Make sure your car is winterized with antifreeze , a full tank of gas , properly inflated tires , and is stocked with an emergency kit .
   Check your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors .
   Wear appropriate clothing and avoid prolonged exposure when going outdoors in winter weather .
   Limit pets ' time outdoors during extreme temperatures .
   Report power outages directly to your utility company; DO NOT call 9 - 1 - 1 .
   For general cold weather information , please visit
   www . montgomerycountypa . gov/codeblue
    .
   Media Contact:Megan Alt ,
   megan . alt@montgomerycountypa . gov
   

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