A recent study reveals evacuation times in Berkeley could pose significant dangers during wildfires and tsunamis. Evacuation from the Berkeley Hills in the event of a wind-driven fire could exceed four hours, risking lives as a fire may outpace evacuating residents. High winds and low humidity contribute to fast fire spread. City officials encourage preemptive evacuations when conditions are severe. Additionally, it’s reported evacuating the waterfront during a tsunami could take over two hours; on foot or by bicycle is recommended for safety during such events.
According to a new study, an evacuation of the Berkeley Hills in the event of a wind-driven wildfire could take longer than four hours.
Fast-moving wildfires exacerbated by high winds and low humidity can outpace evacuating residents even when preparations are made for a quick exit.
Berkeley's emergency officials emphasize the importance of preemptive evacuations during favorable weather conditions to ensure residents' safety in wildfire scenarios.
The study indicates evacuating the Berkeley waterfront for a tsunami could take over two hours, leading officials to recommend foot or bicycle evacuations.
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