Weather notice: staying safe when travelling in icy weather
07 Jan 2025
Temperatures in Manchester are expected to be freezing until Sunday, 12 January.
A yellow weather warning have been issued by the Met Office for Manchester and the North West until after this weekend, so please take extra care when travelling in icy conditions.
In order to ensure safety, the Estates and Facilities Directorate will be gritting main paths and entrance areas on campus. However, please be aware that the local council do not grit pavements - only the main roads and cycle paths.
Tips for staying safe in icy conditions
The Met Office have issued useful advice for reducing your risk in icy conditions, which can be found on their website.
When travelling into campus, please:
- plan your route carefully, checking for any delays or road closures;
- ensure plenty of travel time;
- check your car before setting off;
- be cautious when on the road; and
- keep updated on local travel and weather advice.
If you need to report a building safety concern, defect on campus, or if you have a heating issue, contact the estates helpdesk on 0161 275 2424 or though the online portal.
For any first aid emergencies contact Campus Support and Security control room on 0161 306 9966 or download and use the SafeZone app.