'Two thirds of British people have been caught out by severe weather, according to latest research from the Met Office, despite 9 in 10 believing that preparing for winter weather is important.' (Met Office 2018)
Be more prepared this winter and be #WeatherReady!
The met Office has launched their new Weather Ready campaign in which they give expert advice on how you can better prepare for the potential impacts of severe weather on your home, health and wellbeing and families this winter.
For More information visit the Met Office website.
WeatherReady
Are you ready for the weather this Winter?
Thinking ahead and preparing for what the weather may bring this winter can make a real difference. There are some simple steps you can take to stay safe and healthy at this time of year – from preparing your home or business to taking care of yourself, your family and neighbours.
These pages provide up-to-date, expert seasonal advice from carefully selected organisations to help you prepare for and respond to the weather, to stay safe and protect yourself, your homes and businesses.
We’re working with Cabinet Office and all our WeatherReady partners to help you prepare for and cope with severe weather.
Met Office WeatherReady Articles found on the website
- 10 things you should do now to prepare for winter
- About WeatherReady
- How to get your home and property winter ready
- Protecting property from flooding
- How to prepare your small business for winter
- Stay safe in a storm
- Prepare a winter kit for your car
- How winter weather affects cycling
- Vehicle checks to make before long journeys
- How cold weather affects your health
- Looking after your mental health through the winter
- What to do in a power cut
- Tips for getting out and about this winter
- Driving in severe weather
- Winter health advice for over 55s
