YSK: This whole week in New York is a "code blue" weather emergency. This means that if you see a homeless person on the street seeking shelter, you can call 311, give a description of the person and the location, and an outreach team will be dispatched to assist.

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You don't need to approach the person, or wait for anyone to arrive. All you need to do is call 311.

Edit - /u/Captain_A says that This is also applicable in DC as well. You can call 311 or 202-399-7093.

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