Lansing Extends Code Blue Plan as Extreme Cold Moves In

Lansing's extreme cold weather emergency, known as Code Blue, has been extended as dangerously low temperatures continue to grip the area. City officials announced the plan will stay in effect each night, giving people without stable housing or adequate heat a safer place to stay until conditions improve.

What Lansing’s Code Blue Emergency Does

Under Code Blue, local shelters are staying open longer and expanding capacity so more residents can get out of the cold. Emergency services like the fire and police departments also help transport those who need a warm place to go, and the CATA bus system is offering free rides to warming centers and shelters.

How Shelters and Warming Centers Are Expanding

The nightly schedule runs from early evening through the morning, when temperatures are at their lowest and the risk of hypothermia rises. The warning centers and shelters give folks a dry, heated environment to sleep or rest, along with basic support during the frigid stretch.

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Mayor Andy Schor and city leaders emphasize that while Code Blue is in effect, critical resources are available for individuals who need them, especially people experiencing homelessness or those without reliable heat at home.

Free Rides and Help Getting to Safety

Shelters like Advent House, Holy Cross New Hope Community Center, and the City Rescue Mission are among the locations helping residents stay safe through the worst of the cold.

Officials also remind the public that utility services like electric shutoffs are paused during the alert, so families won't lose heat because of non-payment while Code Blue is active.

Anyone who is looking for the most up-to-date list of warming centers or more details about the Code Blue plan should visit the City of Lansing's official website.