Severe weather
The Meteorological
Office (external link) has an important role issuing severe
weather warnings. They warn the local community about severe or
hazardous weather that has the potential to cause widespread
disruption. They advise on probable locations and duration of
severe weather patterns. Severe weather warnings will come to you
via television, local radio (external
link) or by word of mouth.
Severe weather disruption
Any severe weather disruptions, including school and road
closures, will be listed here or relevant links will be
provided.
There are currently no disruptions
Traffic updates
Traffic updates supplied by the BBC (external link).
Storms and Gales
Severe storms can cause substantial damage to property. It is
important that you have sufficient insurance to cover any damage to
your house, contents and repairs.
- Secure outdoor items and bring pets indoors
- Park vehicles away from trees or high walls
- Remain indoors, close windows and curtains
- Have some emergency provisions ready
- Stay indoors (on the ground floor if possible) and away from
windows
- Store some containers with fresh water for drinking purposes,
in case water supplies fail
- Check your neighbours to see if they need help
- If gas, electricity or water is cut off, contact your
supplier.
Homeless / Rough Sleeping
If you see anyone sleeping rough or if you know anyone is at
risk of having to sleep rough during extreme cold weather please
contact Carlisle City Council’s Homelessness
Services.
For further details, contact 01228 817499 (during office hours)
and 01228 511061 (out of office hours).
Refuse and recycling
Services may be affected by snow fall and icy conditions. You
should continue to put out your wheeled bins, purple sacks,
recycling sacks and boxes on their usual collection dates.
Every effort will be made to carry on with collections as
planned, however the refuse and recycling vehicles may find it
difficult to access some properties. If collections are not
possible, please put your refuse/recycling out on your next
scheduled collection date. Any excess waste or recycling will be
collected on that day.
Grit Bins
To report any empty grit bins or boxes, please call 01228 817200
or email customerservices@carlisle.gov.uk.
Any other highways or gritting queries should be directed to the
Highways Hotline on 0845 609 6609.
Useful tips
Only make essential journey's, make sure your
vehicle is in good order, that you allow plenty of time and inform
someone in advance of your travel plans.