Cold weather warning: Households urged to heat at least one room

The UK Health Security Agency has warned households to ensure they’re heating at least one room in their house during the day amid cold weather warnings from the UK.

The Met Office and UKHSA warned that all areas of the UK will experience severe cold weather that could last until 12th December. Lows of -10 degrees are predicted to hit northern Scotland, with snow and ice warning across Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the east coast.

The artic blast comes at a tricky time as the cost of energy has spiralled. Rising costs have prompted many to resist using their heating this winter. However, the UKHSA has warned that households could pose a serious risk to health if they allow their homes to become too cold.

Living room with wooden wall panelling, built in bench and wood burning stove

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‘Cold weather can have serious consequences for health, and older people and those with heart or lung conditions can be particularly at risk,’ warned Dr Agostinho Sousa, Consultant in Public Health Medicine at UKHSA in a statement (opens in new tab).

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