(Washington, DC) – Mayor Muriel Bowser is set to announce the beginning of hypothermia season on Thursday, November 5, at 11 a.m. The announcement will take place alongside the DC Department of Human Services (DHS), the DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID), and various community partners. The mayor is calling on residents to participate in the Hypothermia Awareness Pledge, which encourages individuals to look out for neighbors experiencing homelessness during the winter months.
During the event, officials will highlight essential resources available for those in need, including shelter options, hot meals, and warming items. The hypothermia season in the District runs from November 1 through March 31, a period during which additional shelter and outreach services are activated to provide safe, warm places for residents. The public is reminded to utilize the Shelter Hotline at 202-399-7093 or 311 for free transportation to shelters.
Under Mayor Bowser’s administration, the Office of the Mayor of Washington, DC has made significant strides in supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Efforts have included closing the DC General shelter and replacing it with smaller, service-enriched shelters throughout the city. Additionally, innovative programs such as the Homeless Prevention Program, DC Flex, and Project Reconnect have been launched, along with non-congregate bridge housing at The Aston and E Street. According to the 2026 Point-in-Time Count, family homelessness in DC has decreased by 54.8% since 2015, with a 30% drop in family shelter entries year-over-year and an estimated 9.3% decline in unsheltered individuals since 2025.
The event will take place at Triangle Park, located at 1311 New York Avenue NW. The nearest Metro station is McPherson Square, with the closest bikeshare station at 13th Street and New York Avenue NW. Press interested in attending are encouraged to RSVP via the provided contact information.
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