Evacuation orders assume most people can simply get in a car and leave — a gap for solo agers who don't drive or shouldn't drive long distances alone.
Plan the ride in advance, not during the alert
- Identify a friend or neighbor willing to include you in their evacuation plans, agreed to explicitly beforehand
- Register with your county's registry for residents needing evacuation assistance, if one exists
- Know your local public transit or emergency shuttle options for evacuation scenarios specifically
Keep your go bag and important documents in a spot that doesn't require your own car to grab quickly — ready for someone else to help you load in a hurry.