Vulnerable people are being advised to heat their homes to at least 18C, wear extra layers of clothing and eat hot food to protect themselves - but many cannot afford to.
The survey of 4,251 people in the bottom 40% of incomes suggested that about 4.3 million have cut the amount they spend on heating.
"Showers will turn more wintry with an increasing risk of snow as the week progresses, particularly in coastal areas or over higher ground."Roads, pavements and cycle lanes could all be slippery, the Met Office said, and motorists have also been warned to keep blankets in their vehicles in case they break down.
"It's also worth having a fully charged mobile phone and carrying a blanket in case of a breakdown to keep warm."No gas for heating or cooking for five days Sheffield City Council leader Terry Fox said the authority has declared a major incident so staff can be redeployed to the area.
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