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  1. Get ready health and well being hero thumbnail image There are some practical steps that you can make to help keep you warm and healthy throughout the winter months:
  2. protecting your home There are certain practical steps that you can take to protect your home from winter weather.
  3. Get ready out and about There are certain winter preparations you can make to your vehicle as well as precautions you can take before travelling.

Communities

There are practical steps you can take to support your community in preparing for winter weather.

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  • View the latest weather warnings by visiting severe weather warnings, so that you and your community can plan how to best support those affected by bad weather
  • Does your community have an emergency plan or an emergency flood plan? Your local authority will be able to advise on this.
  • Sign up for flood warnings by visiting Environment Agency flood warnings
  • Find out if there is a community flood group in your area or how to set one up by contacting the National Flood Forum.
  • Check on neighbours and relatives who are elderly or unwell and see if they need anything. This can be particularly important if the individual is unable to leave their home.
  • Keep up to date with local events and winter heath guidance from your local authorities and voluntary sector bodies.

Further information

The Met Office is not responsible for the content of external websites.

The Snow Code provides advice on how to safely clear snow and ice from payments and footpaths

Visit Cabinet Office to find out more about how to develop your own community plan.

To find out about partner activity and for more detailed advice, please visit the following websites:

The British Red Cross

British Red Cross British Red Cross The British Red Cross helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are. We are part of a global voluntary network, responding to conflicts, natural disasters and individual emergencies.

We enable vulnerable people in the UK and abroad to prepare for and withstand emergencies in their own communities. And when the crisis is over, we help them to recover and move on with their lives.  Visit the British Red Cross website to find out more about the work they do and how you can prepare for winter.

The Salvation Army

the salvation army the salvation army The Salvation Army is a worldwide Christian church and registered charity offering practical help to people of all ages and backgrounds. Visit the Salvation Army website..

Rotary International

Rotary International Rotary International Rotary International in Great Britain & Ireland are working with communities in the UK and overseas helping to improve the lives of others. Visit the Rotary International website.

St John Ambulance

St John Ambulance St John Ambulance St John Ambulance are dedicated to the teaching and practice of first aid. For more information about the St John Ambulance service visit their website.

WRVS

WRVS WRVS WRVS is an age positive charity which delivers personal and practical support to help older people. To find out more  WRVS. 

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