You can't stop winter happening, but you can change the impact it has on you.
On 24 October 2011 the Scottish Government, in partnership with the British Red Cross, launched the 'Ready for Winter?' campaign, to help families, businesses and communities across Scotland prepare for winter.
The campaign provides advice on issues such as winter-proofing your home, preparing for severe weather, flooding, traveling in winter and the flu and how people can support the more vulnerable members of the community in winter time.
No date has been set for Getting Ready for Winter Week 2012 - this page will be updated as soon as that information is available.
Resources
- Winter weather teaching resources
Activities on the Red Cross website to prompt pupils to think about and discuss the challenges of winter and how they can act responsibly to reduce the risks.
- Scottish Government press release: Are you Ready for Winter?
Information from the Scottish Government on their 'Ready for Winter?' campaign, delivered in partnership with Red Cross.
- Ready Scotland
A Scottish Government website about preparing for and dealing with emergencies.
- Winter mountaineering - health and safety guidance
Guidance and advice about planning a trip to the Scottish mountains in winter. It can be a memorable and rewarding experience but the mountains in wintertime must never be underestimated.
- Weather and climate change
- Essential background information on climate change for children and young people, with easy access to topical news, resources and high-quality videos.
- Illustrations of the environment
Downloadable illustrations of habitats, seasons and clothes for different weather conditions.
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