Extreme weather: health advice and support
Find help and advice to prepare for and recover from extreme weather.
Extreme weather such as heatwaves, cold weather, storms and flooding can affect your health, wellbeing and safety. While anyone can be affected, some people may be more vulnerable during severe weather and need extra support.
Support available in Liverpool
If you need support during extreme weather, Liverpool City Council and local partners offer a range of services.
Healthy Homes
If you’re concerned about your home’s temperature or condition due to weather, Liverpool City Council's Healthy Homes can help with:
- keeping your home warm in winter
- reducing heat during hot weather
- tackling damp and mould
- improving energy efficiency
- ensuring your home is safe
Learn more about Healthy Homes
Family Hubs
Liverpool's Family Hubs support families with children of all ages, offering advice and health resources if you’re concerned about the effects of extreme weather.
Community centres
Libraries and community centres across Liverpool can provide welcoming places to stay connected during extreme weather.
Community pharmacies
Your local pharmacist can provide advice on dehydration, minor illnesses, medicines and self-care without needing a GP appointment.
Find a pharmacy near you (NHS)
Financial support
If you're struggling with heating costs, energy bills or other household expenses, you may be able to access support.
Advice for weather conditions
Hot weather
Find out how to stay safe and well during hot weather by visiting:
- Heat exhaustion and heatstroke (NHS)
- Dehydration (NHS)
- Heatwave – How to cope in hot weather (NHS)
- Keeping your baby safe in the sun (NHS)
- Water safety (Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service)
If someone is in immediate danger, call 999.
Cold weather
For advice on staying warm, protecting your health during winter and information about seasonal vaccinations, visit the NHS website:
Winter health and vaccinations
Storms and flooding
Find information about preparing for storms and flooding, emergency alerts and support after an incident: