Winter weather

In the event of severe weather: please refer to live updates on the Weather health alert service (from UK Health Security Agency, UKHSA), Met Office website and Environment Agency website. For council service updates see: A&W on Facebook, A&W on Twitter. See also the useful tips and advice below:

In the event of snow or ice, some council services may be affected. For updates please see: snow and ice updates

Snow, ice and cold weather

Snow, ice and cold weather can cause major disruption during the winter months.

While West Sussex County Council is responsible for maintaining the footpaths and pedestrian areas, during severe weather conditions their primary concern is the clearing of major road networks. In the event of severe cold weather we will therefore assist in the clearing of snow from pavements, town centre areas and other high risk areas, working alongside parish councils in the area. For more details, please see:

• Road maintenance

Staying healthy during winter

Information and advice can be found on the NHS website:

• Winter vaccinations (flu, covid, RSV, etc), winter health, keeping warm and checking on vulnerable neighbours & relatives - on the NHS website
• Flu - on the NHS website

Further information:

• Clear snow from a road, path or cycleway - on the GOV.UK website
• Driving in adverse weather conditions - on the GOV.UK website
• Cold Weather Payments - on the GOV.UK website
• Four tips for staying safe in ice - on the Met Office website

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