Politics & Government

County Extends 'Code Blue' Warning through Monday

Winter conditions and freezing temperatures are expected through to next week in our area.

According to a release issued by Montgomery County, the Code Blue severe weather warning issued last week will continue from 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 23 through 9 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 28.

A Code Blue Cold Weather declaration is made in Montgomery County when winter conditions pose a threat of serious harm or death to individuals without shelter. A Code Blue indicates a combination of air temperature and wind chill is anticipated to be 20ºF or less.

For more information and general cold weather information, check the Montgomery County Health Department website.

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