warming centers open monday in santa clara county as frost and freezing temperatures are forecasted to return sunday into wednesday
january 27, 2023 at 12:00 pm
for immediate release
january 27, 2023
a freeze watch has been issued for sunday night into monday morning. those most vulnerable to cold temperatures should take precautions against hypothermia and seek shelter.
santa clara county, calif. – the national weather service has issued a freeze watch for most of the bay area starting sunday night into monday morning. frost and freezing temperatures are possible for many areas during the nights and mornings from sunday into wednesday with overnight temperatures dipping into the mid to low 30s.
we encourage our community members to take precautions against hypothermia and to seek out warming centers in your community. the county’s office of supportive housing encourages people who are unsheltered to take advantage of warming centers. outreach workers, community partners and volunteers continue to visit encampments and distribute blankets, ponchos, tarps and tents while providing information about warming centers to those who are unsheltered. please call the here 4 you hotline at (408) 385-2400. the hotline will operate with extended hours of 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. during the inclement weather period.
people who may be vulnerable and at higher risk of hypothermia include those who are 65 and older and young children. alcohol, drug use, and medications can also increase the risk of hypothermia. left untreated, hypothermia limits your nervous system from working correctly. it can cause a complete failure of your heart, respiratory system, and can even be fatal.
currently, county libraries are operating as warming centers for those in need of a warm place to stay during the daytime hours. for a complete list of warming center locations and hours of operation, visit www.preparescc.org/coldweather. unhoused individuals in san jose can also seek an overnight warming location (owl) bed by calling the referral line at (408) 539-2105 or by emailing owlreferrals@homefirstscc.org.
central park library
2635 homestead road
santa clara, ca 95051
hours of operation:
mon., jan. 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
tues., jan. 31 from noon to 7 p.m.
wed., feb. 1 from noon to 6 p.m.
community recreation center
969 kiely blvd.
santa clara, ca 95051
hours of operation:
mon., jan. 30 - wed., feb. 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
cupertino library
10800 torre ave.
cupertino, ca 95014
hours of operation:
mon., jan. 30 – wed., feb. 1 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
gilroy library
350 w. 6th st.
gilroy, ca 95020
hours of operation:
mon., jan. 30 – wed., feb. 1 from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
los altos library
13 s. san antonio road
los altos, ca 94022
hours of operation:
mon., jan. 30 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
milpitas library
160 n. main st.
milpitas, ca 95035
hours of operation:
mon., jan. 30 – wed., feb 1 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
mission branch library
1098 lexington street
santa clara, ca 95050
hours of operation:
mon., jan. 30 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
tues., jan. 31 from noon to 7 p.m.
wed., feb. 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
morgan hill library
660 w. main ave.
morgan hill, ca 95037
hours of operation:
mon., jan. 30 – wed., feb. 1 from noon to 9 p.m.
northside branch library
695 moreland way
santa clara, ca 95054
hours of operation:
tues., jan. 31 from noon to 7 p.m.
wed., feb. 1 from noon to 6 p.m.
santa clara senior center
1303 fremont st.
santa clara, ca 95050
hours of operation:
mon., jan. 30 through wed., feb. 1 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
saratoga library
13650 saratoga ave.
saratoga, ca 95070
hours of operation:
mon., jan. 30 – tues., jan. 31 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
wed., feb. 1 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
woodland library
1975 grant road
los altos, ca 94024
hours of operation
mon., jan. 30 – wed., feb. 1 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
the office of emergency management urges community members to sign up for alertscc, make an emergency plan, build an emergency supply kit, and help family, friends and neighbors prepare for cold temperatures.
cold weather safety tips
do not burn charcoal or other flammable materials in an enclosed space to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
drive slowly and be on the lookout for hazardous travel with slick, icy road conditions possible.
unsheltered community members, older adults, children and those with access and functional needs should seek shelter now as they are at higher risk of hypothermia.
avoid being outside during the coldest part of the day, or for extended periods of time in extreme cold weather.
dress in layers, wear a hat, scarf, gloves and mittens, and waterproof, insulated boots to avoid hypothermia or frostbite.
get out of wet clothes as soon as possible to reduce the risk of hypothermia.
stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water with electrolytes.
avoid excessive consumption of alcohol and non-prescription medication if you will be staying outside as it may lead to death or serious injury.
seek medical attention immediately and call 9-1-1 if you see someone experiencing hypothermia.
hypothermia
hypothermia is a medical emergency that happens when your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, causing a dangerously low body temperature. normal body temperature is about 98.6 f, and hypothermia occurs when body temperature drops below 95 f.
people who are 65 and older or very young children are at a higher risk of hypothermia. alcohol, drug use, and medications can also increase the risk of hypothermia. left untreated, hypothermia limits the nervous system from working correctly. it can cause a complete failure of the heart, respiratory system, and it can even be fatal.
symptoms of hypothermia include:
confusion
dizziness
exhaustion
severe shivering
clumsiness and lack of coordination
slurred speech or mumbling
drowsiness or very low energy
weak pulse
slow, shallow breathing
progressive loss of consciousness