As a severe cold snap grips the region, the South Bay area has opened emergency shelters to provide warmth and safety for those in need. Starting from Friday, February 8, 2025, the shelters began operations to address the forecasted freezing temperatures. With overnight lows predicted to plunge to 32 degrees Fahrenheit in many parts of the Bay Area, including San Jose and its neighboring communities, the situation calls for immediate response measures. ‘We are committed to ensuring that our vulnerable communities have a safe space during these harsh weather conditions,’ stated County Emergency Services Director, James Lewis. In addition to the shelter openings, local weather forecasts predict widespread freezing temperatures, prompting local officials to urge residents to prepare adequately. On Thursday, KSBW Meteorologist, Carla James, noted that while today would be clear and cool with temperatures in the upper 50s, the nighttime would bring increased risk of frost and freeze across the region. The shelters will offer a warm place to stay and will remain operational through the weekend as officials monitor the evolving weather patterns. In conjunction with the emergency services, community outreach programs are also being activated to reach out to homeless individuals and families in need of assistance during this dangerously cold time.
South Bay Opens Emergency Shelters Amid Cold Snap
