Extreme weather
Heavy rain fall
- when there is heavy rainfall be aware of surface water flooding
- check the Met Office website for more information
Highways flooding and drainage
High winds
Information on high winds from the Met Office
Report a problem with damaged or fallen tree on public/council land
Report a problem with a tree online
Report damage to property
Report damage to property from high winds contact the Building Control Team, who will be able to assist you.
Snow and ice
Our officers and gritting vehicles are on standby and continually monitor the weather conditions.
Please follow us on Twitter for gritting updates and other service updates.
Gritting and road users
Burst water pipes
Due to the cold weather, there may be an increased risk of burst water pipes. If you spot a burst water pipe down your road, please contact your water provider.
Schools and Council services disrupted by extreme cold weather
When there is extreme cold weather our services can be disrupted. Please follow us on Twitter for updates on school closures and our services.
Parks and open spaces
No disruptions
Bins and Recycling collections
Those properties which did not receive a collection due to the adverse weather conditions should present all of their refuse and recycling as normal on their next scheduled day of collection and everything will be taken.
Please check our Twitter and Facebook for any updates. Thank you for your understanding.
Children's Centres
Find out about closures, cancellations and which centres are still openCouncil buildings
No disruptions
Libraries
No disruptions
Heat wave - summer health
During hot weather the heat affects everyone particularly the young, elderly and people who are fasting.
When temperatures are high, keep safe and healthy by finding shade to cool down and stay hydrated by drinking of plenty of cool fluids.