Preparedness
Weather First Aid Kit Guide: Storms, Heat, Cold, Cuts, Burns, and Medications
What to include in a weather-ready first aid kit for storm cleanup, heat illness, cold exposure, power outages, and household emergencies.
Quick answer: A weather first aid kit should cover common injuries, medications, temperature stress, and the reality that help may be delayed during storms.
Core items
Include bandages, gauze, antiseptic, gloves, tweezers, scissors, pain reliever, thermometer, and personal medications.
Add copies of prescriptions and allergy information.
Weather-specific needs
Storm cleanup can cause cuts and punctures. Heat waves require cooling supplies. Winter storms require warmth and backup medication planning.
Power outages may affect refrigerated medications or medical devices.
Maintenance
Check expiration dates and restock used items before storm season.
A kit you can find quickly is better than a perfect kit buried in storage.