Severe weather can disrupt normal life, affect transport, utility supply or cause damage. It can take many forms, for example:
- gales and storms, including thunderstorms and tornadoes
- heavy snow and blizzards
- extreme rainfall
- dense fog
- widespread icy roads and freezing rain
- heatwaves
Where to get information and warnings about severe weather
The Met Office has lots of information on the possible effects of severe weather. It includes seasonal advice to help you prepare for and stay safe in severe weather.
You can also sign up to get the Met Office’s severe weather warnings.
Stay safe and well in cold weather
Anyone can become unwell if they get too cold.
Find out about winter vaccinations and winter health (NHS).
Read GOV.UK’s guidance on keeping warm and well in cold weather.
Advice and support with energy bills and staying warm
If you’re worried about energy bills and staying warm this winter, we can offer advice and support with:
- money, housing and bills
- everyday costs, healthcare and support for families
- activities, reducing food waste and home improvements
Stay safe and well in hot weather and heatwaves
While everybody is at risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke, some people are more at risk.
These groups include:
- elderly people
- infants and young children
- people with chronic medical conditions, for example, heart problems and respiratory difficulties
- people with mobility problems
Find out how to cope in hot weather (NHS).
Read GOV.UK’s guidance to stay safe in hot weather.
Cool Spaces
You can find indoor and outdoor spaces to shelter from the sun in London. The Mayor of London’s cool spaces map includes areas of tree cover and shade and water refill points.