Full Notification

Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert declared for Wednesday, 2/28 6pm through Friday, 3/1 at 9am

Due to severe cold weather, a Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert has been declared.

To request Code Blue shelter placement during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm):
•    Individuals and families in need should call the Monmouth County Division of Social Services at 732-431-6000 extension 4613 to be screened for placement or to be referred to the warming center.

To request Code Blue shelter placement on weekends and after hours:
•    During daytime hours, unsheltered individuals can be referred to the Jersey Shore Rescue Mission Warming Center (701 Memorial Drive) when temperatures are below 32 degrees.
•    During the evening, unsheltered individuals can be referred to Trinity Church Warming Center (503 Asbury Avenue) between the hours of 7:00pm and 6:30am. Unsheltered folks can just show up, no referral or check in is needed.
•    Families can call 211 and request Cold Blue placement. If assistance with transportation is needed, contact APPD at 732-774-1300.

Residents can also call APPD at 732-774-1300 to report specific concerns about vulnerable neighbors during Code Blue Extreme Cold Alerts. Please call 911 if you are having a cold-related emergency.