Severe winter weather resources

 

As we head into winter, I wanted to ensure that constituents had up to date information on coping in cold weather, and where to get help in the area.

 

Keeping warm 

Advice from gov.uk

Age Uk Winter 'wrapped up' guide

Age UK Winter advice hub

Norfolk Winter

Severe weather warnings from Norfolk County Council 

https://www.north-norfolk.gov.uk/tasks/emergency-planning/view-severe-weather-warnings/

Met Office

https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice

 

Extreme weather advice from Norwich City Council

https://www.norwich.gov.uk/info/20226/emergency_planning/3844/extreme_weather

 

Emergency closures including schools

https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/safety/service-disruptions

 

Traffic and transport

Road updates 

https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/roads

Gritting

https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/roads/gritting

Cold weather payment

You can get a cold weather payment if you're in receipt of certain benefits

https://www.gov.uk/cold-weather-payment

 

Winter fuel payment

https://www.gov.uk/winter-fuel-payment

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/keep-warm-keep-well/

 

Rough sleeping

Norwich City Council - Winter Shelters