的 Augmented 冬季避难所 program (AWSP) is a subset program of WSP as it provides low-barrier, 安全, 和 supportive emergency shelters for individuals experiencing homelessness but is "activated" during severe cold 和 wet weather conditions also known as inclement weather. 的 program aims to protect individuals from contracting hypothermia, 肺炎。, 和 any medical or health-related conditions induced because of extreme cold 和 wet weather.

的 Office of Emergency Management monitors forecasted weather conditions 和 coordinates with various stakeholders that assess 和 determine if activation of the Augmented 冬季避难所 Program is necessary to assist unsheltered individuals experiencing homelessness to come indoors, such as when the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issues a Cold Weather Alert or the National Weather Service forecasts weather with the following conditions:

• 的 National Weather Service (NWS) forecast calls for three (3) days of low daytime temperatures accompanied by night wind chill temperatures of 32 degrees or less
• 的 forecast calls for 1 inch of rain in 24 hours
• 的 forecast calls for three (3) consecutive days of 1/4-inch rainfall or more accompanied by temperatures at or below 50 degrees
• 的 National Weather Service (NWS) issues a flood watch or warning
• Conditions not previously identified by the plan but for which it would be prudent to do so based upon critical need

当激活, individuals can call 1-800-548-6047 to request transportation services to the closest motel location.