Cedar Lake, IN – Residents facing dangerously cold conditions today are being urged to seek help as frigid temperatures and high winds move through Northwest Indiana.
According to the Cedar Lake Police Department, anyone in need of a warming shelter due to the extreme cold should call 911 for assistance. Officials say residents who are in immediate need may also go directly to the Cedar Lake Police Department and use the department’s call box to request help.
The notice comes as cold air and gusty winds increase the risk of hypothermia and frostbite, particularly for vulnerable populations, including seniors, unhoused individuals, and those without adequate heating.
Police emphasized that the warming shelter option is intended for emergency situations, especially when temperatures drop rapidly or wind chills make outdoor exposure dangerous.
Local officials are reminding residents to check on neighbors, limit time outdoors, dress in layers, and ensure pets are brought inside during extreme cold spells. Drivers are also urged to carry emergency supplies, including blankets and charged phones, in case of breakdowns.
No specific shelter hours were listed, as access is coordinated through emergency response, depending on immediate need and conditions.
Residents experiencing a heating failure or unsafe cold exposure are encouraged not to wait and to seek assistance promptly.
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