Evacuation options during a Hurricane threat

Evacuation options during a Hurricane threat

If an evacuation order is issued during a hurricane threat, residents have several options. It is not always necessary to leave the Eastern Shore entirely — the central and higher-elevation areas of the Shore can offer safer locations to ride out the storm. However, some people may choose to travel to other areas until the danger passes. The best choice is often to stay with relatives or friends on higher ground. This frees up space in public sh…