Are you ready for winter?

The Ready Scotland website has guidance on preparing for and dealing with anything this winter might bring.

Find tips on how to protect yourself, your neighbours and your community at https://ready.scot/.

Severe Weather

Scotland is no stranger to severe weather. But we know it can be worse in winter.

For advice on how to prepare for:

• Snow and ice
• Rain and flooding
• Storms

Make sure you know what to do to stay safe, visit https://ready.scot/respond/severe-weather.

Travel/Emergency Kit

This winter, make sure you know how to stay safe if you need to travel. Keep an emergency kit in your car filled with items such as:

• Battery jump leads
• A blanket
• A first aid kit

Find out what else to include at https://ready.scot/prepare/emergency-kit.

Power Outages

Winter storms can cause power outages.

Did you know you can call 105 free of charge to report or get information about power cuts in your area?

You can also call 105 if you spot damage to electricity power lines and substations.

Stay prepared and visit https://ready.scot/respond/loss-utilities for more information.

Stay safe at home

Preparing for winter means not taking things for granted.

Make sure you know how to stay safe at home if severe weather causes a loss of power or other utilities.

Find advice at https://ready.scot/respond/loss-utilities.

Community Support

Winter can be a difficult time of year.

Don’t forget about those most vulnerable around you. From messaging groups for your stair or street, to volunteer groups within your local community, we can all find ways to provide help and support.

Find out more at https://ready.scot/get-involved.