Mayor Bowser Marks Start of Hypothermia Season, Urges Residents to Call the Shelter Hotline to Connect Neighbors in Need with Free, Accessible Transportation to Shelter

Mayor Bowser Marks Start of Hypothermia Season, Urges Residents to Call the Shelter Hotline to Connect Neighbors in Need with Free, Accessible Transportation to Shelter Thursday, Nov 5, 2026 tonyea.tharpe Thu, 11/05/2026 - 11:18am Take the Hypothermia Pledge and help support neighbors in need of warmth and shelter (Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser, the DC Department of Human Services (DHS), the DowntownDC Business Improvement District, District officials, and members of the community marked the start of hypothermia season at the Downtown Day Services Center by encouraging residents to take the Hypothermia Awareness Pledge . The pledge is a commitment to look out for neighbors experiencing homelessness during the winter months. One important way residents can help their neighbors is by requesting free, accessible transportation to a shelter by calling the Shelter Hotline at (202) 399-7093 or 311. “We want the community to know that we have space for everyone to come inside,” said Mayor Bowser. “We have beds, we have outreach teams, and we have a ride ready for anyone who needs one. What we need from our residents is a phone call – if you see a neighbor in the cold, call

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