More snow could hit county this week (From The Argus)
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More snow could hit Sussex this week
2:20pm Wednesday 16th January 2013 in News
More snow is set to hit the county by the end of the week.
Forecasters have predicted possible snowfall on Friday, particularly on higher ground.
Temperatures will struggle to get above zero over the next few days with the mercury plummeting each night down to -7C on rural roads.
The south east is still on cold weather alert three from the Met Office, meaning there is a 90 per cent chance of ice or snow conditions.
It has warned the cold snap could affect vulnerable people and transport. Brighton and Hove City Council has advised its gritters will be out in force this week spreading salt where needed, and will continue to monitor the situation and do further road treatments when necessary.
Its rough sleepers team is providing extra help to homeless peo- ple in the city, and seafront vehi- cles are now being made available to adult social care staff if they need to get to people in hard to reach areas.
The council has again called on 4x4 drivers to help during the cold spell.
A spokesman said: “We are always looking to have a list of people we can call on if needed. “If you are able to volunteer or would like more information, please email icanhelp@brighton- hove.gov.uk.
“Volunteers will only be used when the bad weather conditions are likely to run for several days, and the demand for 4x4 vehicles exceeds the number of vehicles currently available to the council, police, fire and ambulance services.
“Residents clearing snow and checking on neighbours does make all the difference. We really appreciate the contribution of our residents and businesses in doing their bit to clear snow and ice and help neighbours.”
Drivers are again urged to be careful in the icy conditions.
Comments(8)
Crystal Ball
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3:17pm Wed 16 Jan 13
Algeria Touchshriek wrote:"...just get a house..."? How constructive and helpful.
Why don't rough sleepers just get a house and sleep in a warm bed? It must be terribly cold for them - out all hours in this blooming weather.
Hoarder12345444
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4:21pm Wed 16 Jan 13
Poccypoc
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5:20pm Wed 16 Jan 13
1. Get a job
2. Go to the bank
3. Ask for a mortgage
4. Use mortgage to buy a house
5. Live in house.
6. Feel warm and contented
7. Look down on squatters and feckless layabouts who think the country owes them a living
8. Repeatedly make these points on The Argus and BBC websites
Algeria Touchshriek
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5:41pm Wed 16 Jan 13
Poccypoc wrote:Totally agree.
It's very easy to get a house. Here's a handy guide.
1. Get a job
2. Go to the bank
3. Ask for a mortgage
4. Use mortgage to buy a house
5. Live in house.
6. Feel warm and contented
7. Look down on squatters and feckless layabouts who think the country owes them a living
8. Repeatedly make these points on The Argus and BBC websites
Homelessness is a lifestyle choice. Simple as that.
Nobody forces them to
a. Drink Special Brew
b. Take Heroin
c. Sniff paint thinner
or whatever.
CHOICE CHOICE CHOICE.
saraman
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6:09pm Wed 16 Jan 13
Algeria Touchshriek wrote:Spot on. How many people end up homeless through no fault of their own? Not many I suggest. The majority of homeless are the young who could not abide a few basic house rules whilst living with their mum and dad. They are there by choice and who is to say that is not the truth?
Poccypoc wrote: It's very easy to get a house. Here's a handy guide. 1. Get a job 2. Go to the bank 3. Ask for a mortgage 4. Use mortgage to buy a house 5. Live in house. 6. Feel warm and contented 7. Look down on squatters and feckless layabouts who think the country owes them a living 8. Repeatedly make these points on The Argus and BBC websitesTotally agree. Homelessness is a lifestyle choice. Simple as that. Nobody forces them to a. Drink Special Brew b. Take Heroin c. Sniff paint thinner or whatever. CHOICE CHOICE CHOICE.
Poccypoc
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7:09pm Wed 16 Jan 13
saraman wrote:Alle-bloody-lujah! The tide is turning. If I ever lost my home, I have family to take me in. Can't believe these people don't have ANYONE!
Algeria Touchshriek wrote:Spot on. How many people end up homeless through no fault of their own? Not many I suggest. The majority of homeless are the young who could not abide a few basic house rules whilst living with their mum and dad. They are there by choice and who is to say that is not the truth?
Poccypoc wrote: It's very easy to get a house. Here's a handy guide. 1. Get a job 2. Go to the bank 3. Ask for a mortgage 4. Use mortgage to buy a house 5. Live in house. 6. Feel warm and contented 7. Look down on squatters and feckless layabouts who think the country owes them a living 8. Repeatedly make these points on The Argus and BBC websitesTotally agree. Homelessness is a lifestyle choice. Simple as that. Nobody forces them to a. Drink Special Brew b. Take Heroin c. Sniff paint thinner or whatever. CHOICE CHOICE CHOICE.
scuba1
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11:01pm Wed 16 Jan 13
Algeria Touchshriek says...
3:16pm Wed 16 Jan 13