[header] How to determine if you should evacuate before a hurricane [title] Leave when local officials recommend that leaving is safest to do. [step] Definitely leave if they make an order for evacuation; such an order should never be ignored. [substeps] On some occasions, you may be ordered to stay at home, where officials consider that this is safer than leaving.
[header] How to determine if you should evacuate before a hurricane [title] Leave when local officials recommend that leaving is safest to do. [step] Definitely leave if they make an order for evacuation; such an order should never be ignored. [substeps] On some occasions, you may be ordered to stay at home, where officials consider that this is safer than leaving.
Many hurricanes are very predictable, especially in areas where the simplest precautions are not foolproof. If a hurricane suddenly arrives, think carefully about the situation; what have you told the authorities? [title] Identify where you should come back. [title] Evacuate if your house is located in an area known to be prone to flooding, especially if you live in a bay. [title] Evacuate if you live where storm surge damage is known to occur. Other times, they may not, and they may want to leave immediately. Try to know the consequences for your actions and interactions with authorities before you leave. If this is the case, leave immediately and report any safety concerns. Older people, elderly people may need to evacuate.