Prepare for Winter: Stay Safe and Informed for the 2024/25 Season

As we approach the winter months, Carmarthenshire County Council encourages all residents to prepare for seasonal challenges and stay informed about essential resources. This winter, we remain dedicated to keeping our community safe by focusing on key strategic routes and ensuring that critical roads, especially those leading to hospitals and emergency facilities, receive priority treatment during adverse weather.

We want to highlight the importance of being prepared for winter driving conditions. Motorists are advised to check weather forecasts, ensure their vehicles are winter-ready by checking tyre pressure, antifreeze levels, and lights, and allow extra travel time to reach their destinations, especially on potentially icy or snow-covered roads. Regular updates will also be posted on our website and social media channels.

There are small changes to the gritting routes from last winter. We strongly encourage residents to familiarize themselves with these updates to ensure safer travel. Our gritting services will cover all priority routes, with a focus on key roads connecting hospitals, schools, and emergency facilities. To view the gritting routes for this winter and stay updated on road conditions, residents can visit our website to access a route map. Staying informed about these routes will help ensure safer travel for all motorists during severe weather.

In addition to winter driving, residents should also be aware of potential flooding. Property owners at risk of flooding are encouraged to keep their own stock of empty sandbags, along with sufficient sand to fill the bags during times of potential flooding. It’s important to fill the bags with sand and seal them tightly to prevent leakage. Place sandbags in a staggered pattern to create barriers around doorways and vulnerable areas.

By taking these proactive steps, you can help protect your home and contribute to safer conditions for yourself and others during the winter season.

Cllr Edward Thomas, Cabinet Member for Transport, Waste, and Infrastructure Services, stated:

As we approach the winter months, it’s essential for our community to stay informed and prepared for seasonal changes. Our commitment to maintaining accessible routes reflects our dedication to supporting everyone during the winter season. Together, we can ensure a safer environment for all.”

For more information about winter preparedness, including driving tips and resources for flood protection, please visit our website.