The Department of Homeless Services (DHS) has a policy called “Code Red” for extreme heat. Code Red Level 1 is in effect from 12pm-8pm when forecasted high temperatures reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher for one day or more, or are forecasted to reach 95 degrees Fahrenheit or higher at any point for two consecutive days or more. Code Red Level 2 declaration occurs when forecasted high temperatures reach 105 degrees or more Fahrenheit for any duration or are forecasted to reach 95 degrees Fahrenheit for four days or more, and is in effect continually for the duration of the extreme heat.
What Changes When Code Red is in Effect?