“While some people may see this and say 32 degrees is not extreme cold. For us in the Bay Area, it can be dangerous, especially for people experiencing homelessness,” Behringer said. The life-threatening drop in temperature has prompted Santa Clara County’s Office of Emergency Management to activate its cold weather response. The sites serve as temporary shelters during the cold weather, providing access to warm food and restrooms overnight before returning to normal public use during the day. HomeFirst operates overnight warming locations at sites such as the Roosevelt Community Center and the Evergreen Library.

Source: The Guardian January 09, 2026 11:20 UTC