With conditions across Somerset still being treacherous Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service are working in close partnership with South Western Ambulance Service NHS Trust. We have activated our joint, well rehearsed adverse weather plan to ensure a timely response to all emergency calls

Fire and Ambulance crews are working closely together and are the eyes and ears within the community for fire and health, keeping a close awareness on local weather conditions and supporting local communities.

We are advising with the ongoing conditions of compacted snow and ice coupled with below freezing temperatures that unless it is essential to travel please don’t!

Help us to Help You

Before making a 999 call please consider alternatives and if you need to call on our services provide as much detail as possible.

How to help:
• Make sure you don’t use naked flames in your home
• Check your smoke alarm now
• Check and support neighbours and family that may need extra support
• Ensure you and your family have adequate medication supplies
• Check your water pipes for risk of freezing
• Know how to switch your water mains off
• If you need medical advise contact NHS Direct 0845 46 47 at any time

For more information click on
www.dsfrs.co.uk    www.swast.nhs.uk

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For further information please contact Press Officer Suzie Izzard on 01392 872296 or email  sizzard@dsfire.gov.uk