❄️ Stay Safe During Extreme Cold Weather ❄️

❄️ Stay Safe During Extreme Cold Weather ❄️

As temperatures fall, we're encouraging everyone to take extra care and plan ahead to stay safe during the cold spell.

✅ Dress in warm layers and wear suitable footwear when outdoors. 

✅ Keep your home heated where possible and ensure you have enough food, medication and essential supplies. 

✅ Take extra care when travelling. Allow more time for journeys and check road conditions before setting off. 

✅ Be mindful of ice on pavements and roads, which can increase the risk of slips, trips and collisions. 

✅ Check in on elderly relatives, neighbours, and anyone who may be vulnerable during the cold weather. 

✅ If using portable heaters, keep them away from flammable materials and never leave them unattended.

Remember, even a quick phone call or visit to a vulnerable neighbour could make a big difference.

If there is an immediate risk to life or an emergency, always call 999.

Stay warm, stay safe, and look out for one another this winter. ❄️🤝

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