Whether you're faced with a hurricane like Milton, an earthquake, tornado, flood, fire, or any other natural disaster, research shows about half of U.S. adults may not be prepared.The CDC offers a slew of helpful tips to stay safe and healthy from mosquito borne illness and electrical hazards during a hurricane or other natural disaster, as well as health safety tips in flood waters or during a power outage.A variety of lists for packaging a preparedness kit are also available at Ready.gov. Heres their basic item checklist: Water (one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation) Food (at least a several-day supply of non-perishable food) Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert Flashlight First aid kit Extra batteries Whistle (to signal for help) Dust mask (to help filter contaminated air) Plastic sheeting, scissors and duct tape (to shelter in place) Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties (for personal sanitation) Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities) Manual can opener (for food) Local maps Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery Soap, hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes to disinfect surfaces Prescription medications. About half of all Americans take a prescription medicine every day. An emergency can make it difficult for them to refill their prescription or to find an open pharmacy. Organize and protect your prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, and vitamins to prepare for an emergency. Non-prescription medications such as pain relievers, anti-diarrhea medication, antacids or laxatives Prescription eyeglasses and contact lens solution Infant formula, bottles, diapers, wipes and diaper rash cream Pet food and extra water for your pet Cash or traveler's checks Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records saved electronically or in a waterproof, portable container Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person Complete change of clothing appropriate for your climate and sturdy shoes Fire extinguisher Matches in a waterproof container Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items Mess kits, paper cups, plates, paper towels and plastic utensils Paper and pencil Books, games, puzzles or other activities for childrenFederal officials suggest keeping a kit in a place where everyone in the home knows where it is. They also suggest smaller kits for work and your car, in case youre stuck in a shelter in place situation for 24 hours.