There's a youtuber that makes DayZ Audio replacement concept videos.

Coincidentally,he created an awesome storm ambiance that fits your idea perfectly.

Here's a link,it's definitely worth checking out!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JomcPnGYL6A

You can't use it yet. It has 3D model but no code which makes it useless at the moment.

Source:http://www.reddit.com/r/dayz/comments/2q4nu0/cooking_tripod/cn2u0cl

*Yes,to loot items like ammunition,maps,compases,matches -etc

*Nay,to loot items like revolves,m4s,ballistic vests,acog scopes -etc