Code Blue Alert Issued As Temps Drop In Morris County

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — A Code Blue Weather Emergency is in effect for Morris County through Tuesday morning as the National Weather Service warns of cold temperatures, officials said.

Although the weather in New Jersey is expected to warm up as the week passes, temperatures are expected to be below freezing at the start of the week. Temperatures are predicted to drop into the mid-30s overnight, according to the National Weather Service.

In New Jersey, Code Blues are issued when temperatures drop below freezing and conditions endanger the homeless. According to officials, during a Code Blue, a network of institutions throughout New Jersey supports people in securing shelter.

During such times, the Morris County Office of Emergency Management will routinely launch and announce a Code Blue Alert, allowing officials to set up temporary warming centers for those in need.

The warming stations identified include a variety of public libraries, senior centers, civic and community centers, school buildings, houses of worship, firehouses and first aid squad buildings.

Overnight accommodations are not always available at warming stations.

"Stay safe and please check on friends and neighbors who may be in need," the Morristown Department of Public Safety said.

You can view a full list of warming centers in Morris County here.

For further assistance, residents are encouraged to call the Morris County Office of Temporary Assistance at 973-829-8264.

Here's the National Weather Service's latest forecast:

This Afternoon: Scattered sprinkles after 2 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 48. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 34. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 51. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 29. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.