From keeping warm and well, to staying safe on the roads - we're here to help you over winter.
Throughout winter we want to help keep you safe, healthy and moving on Lincolnshire's roads. We've brought together information about:
- Keeping warm and well
- Preparing for emergencies
- Staying safe on the roads
- Children and families
- Here for you over Christmas and New Year
1.Keeping warm and well
Throughout winter, to help keep you and your family warm and well, you should:
- Keep your home warm: Heat your home to at least 18°C (65°F). Focus on heating the living room during the day and the bedroom before sleep.
- Dress warmly: Wear several layers of light clothing. Don't forget a hat, gloves, and scarf when going outside.
- Eat well: Have regular hot meals and drinks to maintain energy levels. Stock up on basic supplies for bad weather.
- Stay active: Move around to keep warm. Avoid sitting still for long periods.
- Check on others: Look out for vulnerable friends, family, and neighbours. A quick visit or call can help.
- Seek help if needed: Reach out for support if you're struggling to keep warm. Lincolnshire County Council offers various services.
Further advice and guidance:
- There's still time to get your winter vaccinations and protect yourself from increasing flu rates
- Choose the right health service this winter
- NHS 111 - If you need medical help, 111 online or on the phone can help advise what you should do next
- Central heating, portable heaters and electric blankets: tips to help prevent a house fire
- Contact Citizens Advice for support around the cost of living, money or debt issues, family support, or consumer advice.
2. Preparing for emergencies
We're here to help in periods of bad winter weather:
- To report a flooding in your area call 01522 782082 or visit FixMyStreet
- To report a fallen tree on a road or footpath call 01522 782070 or visit FixMyStreet
- To report a power cut or damaged power lines call 105
- Always call 999 in an emergency
Further advice and guidance for preparing for an emergency:
- Protecting your home and community from flooding
- Preparing an emergency plan for your community
- What to do in extreme cold weather
3. Roads and transport
We monitor the weather 24/7 between October and April, with our fleet of 43 gritters ready to hit the roads to keep Lincolnshire moving during cold snaps.
- View our gritting routes
- Top tips for dealing with ice and snow on footpaths, and driving in wintry conditions
- Winter driving tips from Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue
- Find out more about how we grit the roads when the temperature drops
- Report an empty or damaged grit bin
- Keep up to date when the fleet go out by following our 'Gritter Twitter' on X
4. Children and families
For family days out, children's activities, and school information, visit:
- The Holiday Activities and Food Programme is taking place during the Christmas break between 20 December and 3 January
- School term times
- School closures - if schools let us know they've decided to close due to bad weather, we'll update this closure list on our website
- Visit Lincolnshire events guide - explore a range of events and activities taking place across Lincolnshire
5. Christmas
Whether you're planning a visit to our heritage sites, need to drop off some recycling, or need to get in touch with one of our other services - we've still got you covered over Christmas and New Year.
You can get in touch with us at any time to suit you using our online contact us form. Alternatively:
- View our opening times over Christmas and New Year
- Tell us your New Year's resolution and see how we can help you make your goals a reality in 2025
- What can I recycle over Christmas?
- Festive fundraising with our fire crews