AN Emergency Snowline has been extended into the weekend as temperatures are set to feel lower than at any point over this winter.

Anthony Bond

AN Emergency Snowline has been extended into the weekend as temperatures are set to feel lower than at any point over this winter.

Suffolk County Council's Emergency Snowline will respond to calls from the public on issues relating to the weather.

Staff on this number will be able to deal with calls related to the current weather conditions such as social care and highways.

Operators will have access to other agencies such as district and borough councils, the police and the health authority if necessary.

The number is 08456 037686 and will be available on Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 8pm. Ipswich residents should call Ipswich Borough Council's usual out-of -hours number which is 01473 433444.