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Question

Meteorologists tell you that a Category 2 hurricane will make landfall within 24 hours in your area and to expect an 8 to 12 foot storm surge. What primary rule should guide your evacuation decisions at this point?

a. Begin evacuations when the tropical storm-force winds arrive.

b. Evacuate immediately when the probability forecast is 25% or greater.

c. Maintain contact with the NHC for advice.

d. Plan for a hurricane one category higher

Answer 1

I would have to say B. Waiting until tropical storm force winds arrive may be too late.

Answer 2

The answer cannot be (a). Waiting to evacuate when the tropical storm force winds arrive will be too late and not sensible. Answer (b) seems to make sense to me. Once the probability forecast is high enough, people should start evacuating, though I am not sure if this is the PRIMARY rule guiding your evacuation decisions. Answer (c) and (d) are also possible. It depends on what your teacher or professor told you, most of these are sensible but I am unsure as to what the primary rule would be at this point.

I wish I could help further.

Answer 3

If they forecast that a Category 2 hurricane is making landfall in 24 hours, get out now, don't even hesitate for any orders. It's best to do it now, otherwise, when the order is given, you won't be stuck in traffic.