Code Blue Alert Issued for Morris County Dec. 3 to Dec. 8

Published on December 03, 2024

Shelters and Assistance Available for Individuals in Need

A Code Blue Alert is in effect for Morris County from Dec. 3 through Dec. 8 from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. each night in response to dangerously cold weather. For a list of resources, including warming centers for 39 Morris County municipalities, please visit the Office of Temporary Assistance page for more information and phone numbers for help finding shelter.

A Code Blue is issued when temperatures fall below freezing and conditions pose a threat to the safety and well-being of unsheltered individuals. During such events, the county takes immediate action to ensure that emergency shelters and warming stations are made available for those in need.

Weather Forecast:

• Tuesday: A low of 21 degrees is expected.
• Wednesday: Overnight temperatures will hover around freezing.
• Thursday: Evening lows will reach 25 degrees.
• Friday: The coldest night of the week with temperatures dipping to 20 degrees.
• Saturday and Sunday: Overnight temperatures will remain in the low 20s.

Warming Shelters and Assistance:

Morris County’s Office of Emergency management team is working with local agencies to ensure adequate shelter is available for individuals facing the cold without shelter or access to adequate heat. Warming shelters will be activated throughout the week to provide refuge. You can find a list of them here.

Residents or individuals in need of assistance should contact the Morris County Office of Temporary Assistance at 973-829-8264 for emergency shelter or additional support. For Code Blue activations and available centers please visit https://nj211.org/njcodeblue.