To provide procedures and responsibilities for care of evacuees when emergency conditions make it necessary for them to leave their homes. The hazards, in order of priority, that are likely to cause evacuations within the City are hazardous materials incidents, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, land slides, earthquakes. Mass Care Centers Fifty percent of the displaced victims of disasters may require mass care.
Many people make their own arrangements with friends or relatives.
The American Red Cross, in coordination with the City Emergency Management Agency is generally responsible for providing mass care support to evacuees. Primary mass care centers are listed in Appendix 1. Additional information and lists of facilities are contained in the Resources Manual. Red Cross a. Mass Care Center Mission - Mass care centers are separate units providing for the emergency congregate care of individuals rendered temporarily homeless due to disaster caused situations.