Code Blue Activation for Extreme Cold, January 9–10

The Code Blue protocol has been activated for Friday night, January 9, and Saturday night, January 10, in response to dangerously cold temperatures forecasted below 15°F across the Santa Fe region. This activation mobilizes coordinated outreach, transportation, sheltering, and public safety resources to protect vulnerable community members during extreme cold conditions.

Services Available

Outreach Services

• Santa Fe Fire Department, Alternative Response Unit

• Santa Fe Park Rangers

• Many community organizations

Shelter Resources

• Warehouse 21
  Emergency overnight shelter for up to 60 individuals, managed by The Life Link. Pets are allowed.

  • Open from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m.

  • Meals served from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

  • Shelter operations will conclude at 7 a.m. each day. At that time, free transportation will be provided to Agape House for daytime services.

  • Initial pet accommodations are available for approximately five animals. Capacity will be expanded as needed through coordination with SFPD Animal Services and the Animal Shelter.

• Agape House
  Daytime warming center operated by Urban Alchemy. Pets are allowed.

  • Open daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Transportation provided by SF Trails.

Transportation

Free daily shuttles will be provided by Santa Fe Transit, including special routes:

• Agape House Warming Center to Warehouse 21 Shelter at 5 p.m.

• Warehouse 21 Shelter to Agape House at 7 a.m.

Additional Support

• Shelter feeding operations provided by Interfaith Community Shelters

• Coordinated outreach by SFFD, Alternative Response Unit, and Park Rangers

• The Santa Fe Police Department is conducting close patrols of shelter areas

• Coordinated outreach by SFFD, ARU, Park Rangers, and community partners

Public Advisory

Friday night into Saturday morning and Saturday night into Sunday morning are expected to bring dangerously cold temperatures, with overnight lows at or below 15°F across the region. Residents are encouraged to prepare for extreme cold, ensure neighbors have adequate heating, and take action to protect pets.

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