Mayor Bowser Activates First Hypothermia Alert of the Season, Urges Residents to Stay Vigilant and Support Neighbors in Need of Warmth and Shelter
Washington, D.C. – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser activated the District’s first Hypothermia Alert of the season. The alert will remain in effect until further notice.
During a hypothermia alert, the District activates additional services for people experiencing homelessness, including:
- Expanding the hours of the hypothermia shelters at 425 Second Street NW and 1500 East Capitol Street SE to 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Opening additional hypothermia warming centers at the Department of Human Services and the Department of Mental Health.
- Providing winter clothing and blankets to people in need.
- Increasing outreach efforts to connect people experiencing homelessness with shelter and services.
“As the weather gets colder, it’s important for us to look out for our neighbors who are experiencing homelessness and may be at risk of hypothermia,” said Mayor Bowser. “If you see someone who needs help, please call 311 or 911. We also urge residents to support our efforts to help people get off the streets and into stable housing by donating to local organizations that provide these services.”
In addition to activating hypothermia shelters and warming centers, the District is also working to prevent hypothermia by providing outreach services to people experiencing homelessness. These services include:
- Street outreach teams that provide food, clothing, and blankets to people living on the streets.
- Case management services that help people experiencing homelessness access housing, healthcare, and other essential services.
- Mental health and substance abuse treatment services.
Residents can help prevent hypothermia by:
- Calling 311 or 911 to report someone who needs help.
- Supporting local organizations that provide services to people experiencing homelessness.
- Donating winter clothing and blankets to organizations that serve people in need.
For more information about hypothermia prevention and services, please visit the District’s website at [link] or call 311.
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