Walsall Council has issued a yellow cold-health alert for Bloxwich, West Midlands, which will remain in place from Friday, February 13, 2026, until Monday, February 16, 2026. This warning indicates that the low temperatures could be dangerous for older residents, young children, and people with long-term health issues.
Residents are being asked to check on their neighbours and heat their homes to at least 18°C if possible. Dr Nadia Inglis, the Director of Public Health for Walsall Council, is also recommending that people wear several layers of clothing to stay warm during the cold snap.
To help those who cannot keep their own homes warm, several warm spaces are open across the area. In Bloxwich, people can visit the Bloxwich Active Living Centre and the Stan Ball Centre for warmth and support.
The council has also increased outreach work through its Rough Sleepers Team to find and help people sleeping on the streets. These teams are identifying individuals in need and providing them with guidance and shelter while the freezing weather continues.
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