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ALT Birmingham Council House, Victoria Square
⚠A Yellow Cold Health Alert for the West Midlands has been issued from the @metoffice from 9am Thursday 12 Nov until 12 pm Saturday 14 Nov .
Find advice on the website here orlo.uk/XJKBH
ALT Level 3 Cold Weather Alert https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/cold-weather-alert/?tab=coldWeatherAlert&season=normal There is a 90% probability of severe cold weather between 6pm on Thursday 13 Jan and 9am on Monday 17 Jan in the West Midlands.
Are you emergency ready?
Everyday emergencies like storms can disrupt the essential services you rely on—like your phone, water, power and the internet.
Taking a few simple steps to prepare can make a big difference, helping you manage while emergency support reaches those who need it most.
If you or someone you know might need extra support during a gas, electricity or water outage, they may be able to sign up for the Government Priority Services Register. It’s a free service that ensures utility companies know who may need extra assistance. Lots of households are eligible, including those of pensionable age, people with long-term illnesses, and families with children under 5.
Find out more about how to prepare and check your eligibility for extra help via link in comments 1/2
💻👀Webcasts: Watch Birmingham City Council live-streamed meetings this week including the Cabinet meeting TODAY (Tues 10, November 10am).
Join via the link in the comments 👇
#BCCLive #BhamCityCouncil
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The science is clear: wood smoke harms our health.
Clean Air Night takes place on 17th November, but we're starting the conversation early. Over the coming week, we'll be sharing information about the impact of wood burning and highlighting cleaner ways to keep your home warm.
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) Emissions of air pollutants in the UK statistics states domestic wood burning is now one of the largest sources of fine particulate pollution in the UK. It is responsible for 22% of PM2.5 emissions.
Help us share the facts: orlo.uk/it1SR
#CleanAirNight #CleanAir #AirQuality #ClearTheAir
Today we remembered the fallen, those who served and gave their tomorrows for our todays.
Birmingham city centre was silent as people remembered, alongside the Armed forces, veterans, cadets and emergency services on Colmore Row this morning.
#bhamremembers #lestweforget
🎄✨ Heading into Birmingham city centre for this festive season?
Whether you're enjoying the newly opened Frankfurt Christmas markets, meeting friends, or doing some seasonal shopping, remember to stay safe while out and about in the colder, darker evenings.
📱 The WalkSafe app can help you feel more confident on your journey, with features including:
✅ Journey sharing
✅ SOS alerts
✅ Safe space mapping
✅ Community safety reporting
Find out more about the app here: orlo.uk/2ItVp
Enjoy sparklers safely this weekend!🎇
Did you know they can burn at more than 1000 degrees?
Follow these tips to keep you and your family safe:
🧤 Always wear gloves
✅ Hold at arm’s length while being lit and only light one at a time
❌ Don’t wave sparklers close to other people
When it burns out, put it hot end down in a bucket of cold water or sand and leave it there for several hours – they stay hot for a long time! Once they are completely cool, pop them in your general waste bin.
Wishing a joyful and happy Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas to everyone celebrating across Birmingham and worldwide🪔
ALT Two glowing red clay oil lamps decorated with pearls, resting on a surface scattered with flower petals.
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Winter illnesses can make some people seriously unwell. Keep yourself and others safe this winter 💙
For more information and to check your eligibility for free flu, COVID-19 and RSV immunisations, visit: 📲nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-he…
ALT Image 1 Graphic encouraging people to keep themselves and others safe from winter illnesses.
ALT Image 2 Graphic encouraging people to check that they and their loved ones are up to date with immunisations, including flu, COVID-19 and RSV, and to check their eligibility through the NHS.
As the colder months approach, our teams are continuing their work across Birmingham, clearing leaves and taking preventative action to help keep our streets clean, safe and accessible for everyone.💜
Since September, we've already cleared over 330,000 metres of leaves across our city!🍂
💡 Looking for ideas of what to do with your leftover pumpkins?
🥘 Check out Love Food Hate Waste’s recipes
😋 Including pumpkin soup, pumpkin spice granola muffins and much more 👇
#LoveFoodHateWaste
ALT Pile of different colours and sizes of pumpkin
🌹 On Sunday Birmingham will fall silent, as the city remembers the fallen at its annual Remembrance Day service and parade.
⛪ The Remembrance Service will take place on Colmore Row, opposite St Philip’s Cathedral, on 8 November, attended by military veterans and representatives of the region’s armed forces.
⏰ The Salvation Army band will play from 10.15am, before Armed Forces representatives march onto Colmore Row from 10.30am. There will be a 2 minute silence at 11am.
👇 For full details, visit the link in comments below.
#bhamremembers #lestweforget
When we talk money, we feel a little less stressed and more in control. And above all we feel more confident making good decisions about our money.
That's why we're supporting #TalkMoney Week 🪙
Find out more on the website, link in comments👇
ALT Promotional graphic for Talk Money Week, 2-6 November, featuring Birmingham landmarks and the Our Brum logo.
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