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Extreme Cold in Cuyahoga County
Dangerously cold and inclement weather conditions are in the forecast.
Take necessary precautions to ensure everyone’s health and well-being by seeking out these county resources.
Warming Centers
Warming Centers are available. This interactive map can show the one closest to you.
Cold Weather Safety
- Dress in layers: Wear a hat, gloves, and scarf to reduce heat loss.
- Stay active: Moving around helps generate heat.
- Stay indoors during the worst part of the cold.
- Bring pets inside during cold weather.
- Keep a winter survival kit in your vehicle. Be prepared for dead car batteries, iced-over windshields, and broken car locks.
- Take action if your pipes freeze. Try to thaw them immediately or call a plumber for assistance. Learn how to shut off water valves, in case your pipes freeze and burst.
- Monitor forecasts: The National Weather Service issues four "tiers" of alerts to inform you of incoming hazardous weather.
Resident Resources
- Cuyahoga County Division of Senior and Adult Services aids our senior population. Call 216-420-6700
- Office of Homeless Services – Anyone seeking shelter should contact Coordinated Entry at 216-674-7400
- HEAP Winter Crisis Program – Help with utility bills
- Review the City of Cleveland’s Winter and Snow Plan
- City of Cleveland Warming Centers
- FEMA Winter Storm Guide
- The United Way 2-1-1 - provides assistance with social service needs
Cold Weather Emergencies
- Check on sensitive groups: older adults, children, and pets.
- Know the signs of hypothermia:
- Shivering
- Numbness or weakness
- Glassy stare
- Apathy or impaired judgment
- Loss of consciousness
If you suspect someone has hypothermia, call 9-1-1, gently move the person to a warm place, remove any wet clothing and wrap in blankets, monitor breathing and circulation
- Know the signs of frostbite:
- Lack of feeling in the affected area
- Skin appearing waxy, discolored, or cold to the touch
If you suspect someone has frostbite, move the person to a warm place, warm affected area by soaking in warm water, bandage loosely, keep affected fingers or toes separated, seek medical care
Sign up for ReadyNotify
Stay prepared and informed of emergencies by signing up for ReadyNotify, Cuyahoga County’s emergency notification system. The ReadyNotify system provides notifications for emergency events, weather alerts, and other information. Additional information and tips about staying safe in emergencies can be found at Ready.gov.
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