Winter Advice

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Adverse Weather, Gritting and Snow Clearance

Information and advice about adverse weather, including gritting routes and location of grit storage bins.
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Other Affected Services

Details of other services that are affected by adverse weather conditions such as care services, passenger transport and crematoriums and cemeteries.


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Recycling and Waste Collections

Refuse and recycling collections could be disrupted in adverse weather conditions. Any disruption to collections will be detailed here.

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Winter Weather Advice

Make sure your prepared for the cold weather this winter. See the advice from the Met Office website.

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Stay Well This Winter

Find out more about staying well this winter with the NHS.
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Street Lighting Defect

If you see a broken or defective street light, report it here.

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Local Energy Advice Programme

Find out about this free service to help you keep your home warm this winter.
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School and College Closures

Details of school and college closures occurring in Southend-on-Sea.

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Snow Wardens

Find out about becoming a volunteer Snow Warden.
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Severe Weather Advice

Information and advice in the event of severe weather.

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Follow us on Twitter

Are you ready for the snow? Follow us on Twitter (@SouthendBC) to keep up to date with all the latest info on school closures and services affected by the winter weather.