~ St. Louis, MO - As temperatures continue to drop, the City of St. Louis has announced that it will be at Code Blue level 3 for the next few days, with the exception of Monday night. This means that emergency shelter beds will be available for those in need.

According to the press release distributed on February 1, 2026 and posted on the City's website on February 2, there will be about 450 emergency shelter beds available on Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. These beds are in addition to the 400 year-round beds already in place. The City will also provide transportation to these shelters.

However, on Monday night when temperatures are expected to remain above 25°F, resulting in a Code Blue level 2 activation, some shelters will close due to warmer temperatures. Most shelters will remain open during this time and transportation services will not be active for the night.

For those seeking shelter, walk-ups are accepted at various locations throughout the city. In North City, Peter & Paul - Jugan Shelter is open for single men, single women, and families at 3225 N. Florissant Ave. In Central City, Biddle Housing Opportunities Center is open for single men only at 1212 N. 13th St. And in South City, Peter & Paul - Kingshighway Shelter is open for single men and women at 3205 S. Kingshighway Blvd.

More on Missouriar

• Melzi Job Coach Launches on iOS and Android: A Privacy-First AI Career Engine Built for Execution
• Columbia: Alley and sidewalk closure on South Ninth Street, March 17-19
• ACC ST: Solidifies Global Leadership with Consecutive Award-Winning, Immersive Programming
• 24/7 naloxone boxes available in several City of Columbia locations
• Training Lofts Launches $1,099 Unlimited Training Membership Featuring Semi-Private Coaching, Nutrition Support, and Recovery Services

For families and individuals with pets who require shelter by appointment can coordinate through the United Way 211 Helpline or speak with a coordinator at a rally point.

During level 3 and level 4 activations, individuals seeking transportation to shelters can get picked up between 5 and 7 p.m. at designated rally point locations throughout the city. These include Urban League Women's Business Center in North City at 4401 Natural Bridge Ave., Centenary United Methodist Church in Central City at 1610 Olive St., and Loughborough Commons Parking Lot in South City at 1020 Loughborough Ave.

Each rally point has a warming bus or indoor warming facility available, as well as a Metro Call-A-Ride shuttle with a driver and outreach worker. However, the warming bus at 10th and Cass will not be operating during Code Blue level 4 activations.

For those who require alternative transportation, they can contact the United Way 211 Helpline by dialing 211.

The City of St. Louis urges individuals to seek shelter during these cold temperatures and to take advantage of the resources available to them. Stay safe and warm during this Code Blue activation.

---

Show All News | Report Violation