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The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a severe weather warning for today (Wednesday, July 10) prompting the State Government to issue another Code Blue for homeless people.
BOM is predicting a strong cold front will sweep across most of South Australia this afternoon/evening and bring damaging winds, squally showers and thunderstorms to the southern half of the state.
The Local Code Blue plans have been activated today for Whyalla, Adelaide and other regions including Fleurieu, Kangaroo Island, Murray Bridge, Berri, Port Pirie, Port Lincoln and Mount Gambier
Under Code Blue, people sleeping rough are able to access extra services during wet, cold or severe weather by calling the Homelessness Gateway on 1800 003 308.
The Homelessness Gateway Service operates 24 hours a day 7 days a week to assist with emergency accommodation. Anyone who is rough sleeping in Whyalla, or anyone who knows somebody in this situation, is encouraged to contact the Homelessness Gateway immediately.
The Homelessness gateway operates 24/7 every day of the year. Anyone experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness is encouraged to call the Gateway at any time.