The amber cold health alert is in effect from 12PM on 09/01/2025 until 9AM on 14/01/2025 across the East of England. The amber alert has a matrix score of 12. This means:
Forecast weather is likely to cause significant impacts across health and social care services, including:
- a rise in deaths, particularly among those aged 65 and over or with health conditions. We may also see impacts on younger age groups
- a likely increase in demand for health services
- temperatures inside places like hospitals, care homes, and clinics dropping below the levels recommended for assessing health risks
- challenges keeping indoor temperatures at the recommended 18°C leading to more risk to vulnerable people
- staffing issues due to external factors (such as travel delays)
- other sectors starting to observe impacts (such as transport and energy)
You can see all the weather health alerts currently in place across England on the UKHSA data dashboard.
You can also find information of the latest weather forecast on the Met Office website.
How to protect yourself if you are vulnerable
While exposure to cold weather can affect anyone, some people are particularly at risk. We have published guidance on staying safe during cold weather.
Content originally from UK Health Security Agency
SWF Health & Social Care Group 
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