Cold Weather Information

The District is committed to ensuring that people experiencing homelessness have access to shelter from November through March when unsheltered residents are at greatest risk of hypothermia and other cold-weather injuries. During hypothermia season, the District issues alerts, increases shelter capacity, and extends outreach and transportation operational hours.

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