| Description: | This study used BRFSS to assess the likelihood of individuals’ to be prepared for disasters. Most respondents (78%) reported feeling prepared for a disaster, but only 45% were considered to be prepared when objective measures were used. Factors associated with increased likelihood of preparedness include: feeling prepared, having a disability or health condition requiring special equipment, and having an annual income over $50,000. The inability to afford medical care in the previous year was a predictor for decreased likelihood of being prepared for a disaster in racial and ethnic minorities. |