Snow, ice and extreme cold

Common issues include road and travel disruptions, damage and disruption to basic utilities, and damage to property

Gritting

Kent Highways are responsible for road gritting and snow clearance across the district. Their gritting team regularly post updates on their social media accounts:

Preparing for bad weather

In and around the home

  • ensure your water tank, loft, and external water pipes are well insulated
  • purchase useful winter equipment e.g. de-icer, snow shovel, grit
  • get together with neighbours to clear footpaths and community areas
  • check on elderly and vulnerable neighbours

Health

Get a  free flu vaccination

Travelling

  • consider whether you really need to make that journey
  • before you leave on your travels,  do check the Highways England live traffic information
  • tell somebody when you expect to arrive and the route you plan to take
  • put together a winter car kit

Useful links

Met Office: Email alert service

Met Office: UK weather forecast

Met Office: Clearing your path or driveway

RAC: Winter driving advice