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As cold temperatures and wintry weather persist in Philadelphia this week, the city is offering additional resources to people experiencing homelessness.
The Office of Homeless Services declared a Code Blue event on Jan. 2, and the declaration will stay in place until further notice, city officials said. Code Blue indicates the severity and potential life-threatening nature of certain winter weather conditions, especially for those experiencing homelessness, and offers additional city resources to those in need of heat and shelter.
Last year, some intake shelters closed during a snow emergency and other shelters were forced to turn people away. This year, the city is opening its warming centers on a different schedule, and the largest homeless shelter in Philadelphia said it had beds available Monday.
After Monday’s snowfall, freezing temperatures and significant wind gusts are expected to continue throughout the week. Here’s what to know about a Code Blue event in Philadelphia and the resources that are available.
