With a shot of frigid weather expected to move in, Cape May County has declared a “Code Blue” emergency for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for all communities.
Nighttime temperatures are expected to drop into the 20s in each of those days. Code Blue conditions are in effect when the temperature falls to 32 degrees or lower.
A Code Blue emergency is intended to protect homeless people living outside, on the streets, in parks or poorly insulated settings and who are at risk for cold related exposure and possible death.
People seeking shelter in a warming center should contact their local municipality. Additional resources are available by calling 2-1-1.
Additional information regarding Code Blue conditions can be found on the Cape May County Social Services website at
http://www.cmcbss.com.
