The nature of our weather can range from heavy rainfall and snow to extreme heat during the summer months. The potential weather risks in our county is why the Suffolk Resilience Forum has developed a Severe Weather Plan. There are several publications and websites available which provide advice on looking after yourself and others during periods of extreme weather. Click on the links below to find out more.
Heatwaves
Beat the heat: staying safe in hot weather
UKHSA / Met Office Heat Health Alerts (the UK Government Heatwave Plan for England is also available via this link)
For more information on heatwaves please see What is a heatwave? – Met Office
Cold weather
Suffolk County Council Services:
Winter Gritting
Suffolk Highways are responsible for the delivery of these services in Suffolk except for trunk roads, which are the responsibility of National Highways.
Check which roads are gritted in Suffolk.
School Closures
Lists the status of schools during severe weather as notified by the head teachers.