I have a friend who lives in an area known to get hit by severe hurricanes. When a big hurricane is announced on the news, thousands of people hit the highways "trying to get out of dodge". The gas stations run out of gas, the grocery store shelves GO BARE. Panic ensues.

After years of "following the herd" during these disasters, he finally made the decision to stay put when a major hurricane is announced. Why get in your car during severe weather only to get into a bigger mess than if you stayed home? Of course if you live in a flood zone you may not have a choice.......