With the darker nights and temperatures falling, Aberdeenshire Council teams are putting winter operations into motion.

The winter months can throw all sorts at us in the north-east, possibly bringing snow or ice, high winds and power disruption or flooding. The Council and all Community Planning partners will always try to deliver as many services as they can, no matter the situation, but the reality is that they might also be impacted.

To help communities prepare, a leaflet and door drop are getting underway, to provide guidance on steps to help get prepared and be ready for disruption. It can be simple actions, but they will improve the personal or household resilience of individuals across Aberdeenshire.

A version is available to download now here get ready for winter

SSEN has issued an information leaflet on Your Home Emergency Plan to be prepared for an emergency situation like a power cut.