The Met Office and UK Health Security Agency have announced a yellow cold-health alert for the East of England. This alert is now in effect from 8PM on 28/12/2025 until 12PM on 05/01/2026.

Cold weather can affect anyone, and certain groups are particularly vulnerable. These include older people (aged 65 years and over), pregnant women, young children (particularly those aged 5 and under), and people with long term health conditions such as cardiovascular or respiratory disease, or a mental health condition.

For guidance on staying warm and well, visit our cold weather advice page.

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