Bad weather – school closures, travel and Council services
School closures
The decision to close a school due to bad weather is made by the headteacher on that morning.
They create an alert by writing the details into an automated system that immediately displays that information on this website, emails county council teams and radio stations. Those closures are published live here:
Weather forecasts and news
For the latest weather news, check the 5-day forecast from the BBC. Just type in your location:
Roads
If you have to drive during during bad weather, please make sure that you and your vehicle are prepared for the journey, and that you're aware of any likely delays or blocked routes. You can get traffic news via email alerts and on your mobile phone:
Buses
Bus operators have a difficult time during periods of bad weather and unpredictable traffic. You are best advised to contact Traveline to check whether your service is affected.
Trains
Before leaving for the station, you can check departure boards online for cancellations or delays – the site below is also accessible via your mobile phone.
Availability of Council services
We do all we can to maintain essential Council services in extreme weather conditions, but please contact us before trying to visit one of our offices or libraries
Essential services include:
- home care of elderly and vulnerable people
- child protection
- road gritting
- social workers supporting hospital teams
- essential road maintenance.
Household waste recycling sites
All sites are currently open as normal.
Libraries and Register Offices
All libraries are currently open as normal.
East Sussex Music Service
All Area Music Centre activities are currenly running as normal.
