Lansing State Journal

LANSING – The city’s cold weather plan, dubbed “Code Blue,” will be activated beginning at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26, and last through 7 a.m. Monday, Dec. 1.

The plan allows local shelters to open for additional hours and to exceed capacity.

Mayor Andy Schor initiated the plan after coordinating with the Lansing Fire Department’s Emergency Management Division and the Department of Human Relations & Community Services.

During the Code Blue, Letts Community Center will be a warming center overnight from 6:30 p.m. until 6 a.m.

Additionally, the Lansing Board of Water & Light will not do electric shutoffs while the Code Blue is in effect.

Because of the holiday weekend, city staffers advise those seeking shelter to call locations first. Residents also can call 21

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