Cold weather warning

Published: Wednesday 7 December 2022

 The UK Health Security Agency has issued a cold weather alert for London from tonight (Wednesday 7 December 2022) until Monday 12 December.

It is important that you try to keep warm as cold weather can have serious consequences for health with older people and those with heart or lung conditions can be particularly at risk.   The rooms you use most should be at least 18°C if you can do this.  

If someone you know is worried about the costs of heating their home or struggling to keep warm, help and advice is available on the Cost of Living Hub. You can also call Monday to Friday between 9am to 5pm on 020 7361 4326.

The Council has made an interactive map of warm winter spaces in the borough, which offer heat and somewhere for a cup of tea or activities for children. 

Top tips to keep warm:

•    Try to heat rooms you use in your home to at least 18°C if you can 
•    Close doors and curtains to keep warm air in the rooms you're using 
•    Keep active when indoors 
•    Wear several layers of thin clothing and wear thick socks or slippers  
•    Keep up to date with the weather forecast 
•    Check to make sure you have enough food and drink, access to all the help you’re entitled to and any medicines you might need 
•    Use a hot water bottle to keep warm 
•    Use draught excluders to reduce heat loss in the home  
•    Invest in blankets and throws to wrap up whilst at home 
•    Ensure furniture, such as sofas and tables aren’t blocking heaters  

You can get more tips on keeping warm from the government. 

Keep up-to-date with the weather with the Met Office