Code Blue Extended Again In Montco As Dangerous Chill Continues

NORRISTOWN, PA — Montgomery County has once again extended their Code Blue cold weather emergency declaration, as dangerously frigid temperatures continue to sweep through the region.

The Code Blue alert will now run until 9 a.m. on Jan. 28.

While temperatures alone will not always be in what local officials consider to be the danger zone, wind gusts are expected to plummet the wind chill into the teens and single digits for several days.

Code Blue declarations allow the county to marshal additional resources for the region to help those who need shelter and other assistance.

If you need emergency shelter, call the Your Way Home Call Center at 610-278-3522.

The county offers the following tips to residents:

• 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
• 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

Here's the full forecast, according to the National Weather Service:

Thursday
Sunny, with a high near 29. West wind around 5 mph.

Thursday night
Mostly clear, with a low around 17. Southwest wind around 5 mph.

Friday
Sunny, with a high near 31. West wind 5 to 10 mph.

Friday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 15. West wind around 5 mph.

Saturday
Sunny, with a high near 31. Southwest wind around 5 mph.

Saturday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24.

Sunday
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 40.

Sunday Night
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 23.

Monday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 40.

Monday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 30.