Code blue homeless alert called

Wednesday, January 7, 2015 - 21:36

The Homeless and Travelers Aid Society has called a Code Blue homeless alert through Monday, Jan. 12. Temperatures are predicted to rise above 10 degrees on Tuesday, Jan. 13, with a projected return to Code Blue status on Thursday, Jan. 15. 

A Code Blue is called when risk of death due to exposure is possible. Citizens are asked to alert police to any person found without heated shelter. 

Homeless people can also go directly to either the Capital City Rescue Mission at 259 South Pearl Street or the Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless Drop-In Center at 26 South Swan Street, both in Albany.

The Homeless Action Committee will assist with transportation and outreach.  HATAS will assist with placement, referrals, and information (463-2124 during business hours and 463-2124, ext. 4 after-hours)

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