Lansing has extended its Code Blue extreme cold weather emergency plan through 7 a.m. Friday, December 12, providing additional shelter options and services for residents in need during the frigid temperatures.
Mayor Andy Schor announced the extension in consultation with the Lansing Fire Department’s Emergency Management Division and the Department of Human Relations & Community Services.
The Code Blue plan allows local shelters to operate additional hours and temporarily increase capacity. It also enables Lansing Fire and Police departments to transport people needing assistance to local shelters. The CATA bus system provides free rides to those who need transportation to warming centers or shelters…