Residents in Boston are being urged to take extra care as an Amber Cold-Health Alert has been issued for Lincolnshire, with temperatures expected to remain in the low single digits during the day and fall below freezing overnight for the next few days.
The warning, issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), will remain in place until Tuesday 6 January 2026, with cold weather expected to increase health risks, particularly for older residents, young children, and those with underlying health conditions.
Lincolnshire Resilience Forum has urged people across the county, including Boston and surrounding areas, to take steps now to stay safe and well during the cold spell. Prolonged exposure to low temperatures can increase the risk of illnesses such as hypothermia, respiratory problems and heart-related conditions.
Residents are encouraged to:
- Check in on elderly neighbours, friends and family
- Keep homes warm and well-ventilated
- Ensure heating systems are working safely
- Dress in warm layers when heading outdoors
- Avoid unnecessary travel during icy conditions
Those who rely on carers or community support are also being reminded to ensure they have essential supplies, including medication, food and heating fuel.
Lincolnshire Resilience Forum has published practical advice and guidance on staying safe during extreme cold weather, which can be found on their website.
For more information, visit www.lincolnshireresilienceforum.org/risks/extreme-cold-weather/
Residents are encouraged to stay alert to weather updates over the coming days and take sensible precautions to protect themselves and others as temperatures remain low across Boston and the wider county.
Amber Cold-health alerts have now been issued across England until January 6. Forecast weather is likely to cause significant impacts across health & social care services.
