With the onset of Hurricane Harvey, studies have explored the reasons for which people may refuse to evacuate, in spite of brutal and perilous weather conditions. Research points to various reasons that can make people hesitant to evacuation, from the inability to leave pets or their property behind, failure to acknowledge the gravity of the situation, disregard for voluntary orders, or disabling physical conditions. Although the general public may be predisposed to exemplify disdain for those who resist to leave, the article discusses the financial aspect that can manifest itself as a pivotal motive in one’s decision to evacuate. Others also approach such situations differently, feeling compelled to stay due to their commitment to care for …show more content…
Nevertheless, I think that some situations do, indeed, call for immediate evacuation, certainly during weather conditions that endanger the human life. I would presume that abandoning one’s property and abode would pose severed difficulties for many people, which is why I think that additional steps should be taken towards instituting better evacuation plans and services to all of those afflicted by extreme weather conditions. Of course, it would be most beneficial and methodical for these evacuation plans to be executed before disaster strikes, so as to avoid gruesome consequences that typically follow. Perhaps, if evacuation plans were issued prior to the onset of horrific weather conditions, people could have time to think through their decisions, instead of acting hastily in the midst of catastrophes. In turn, this would also aid in appeasing the chaos associated with being at the epicenter of natural disasters and reassure people that they have an escape route predetermined. Quite possibly, this may lend itself to an increased percentage of the population electing to evacuate, conceivably even more so if evacuation plans were mandatory. Although this may not resonate well with all people, it would preclude people from choosing to evacuate at the last minute and, inevitably, placing rescuers’ lives at risk. Ultimately, though, any proposed plans should be made with the general consent and input of the public and should be adjusted to each natural disaster