Mass evacuations pose risks and have been problematic in the past. A notable example is the 2005 evacuation in Southeast Texas, which is considered one of the worst-executed in American history.

Disaster response agencies have presumably learned from this experience, but it is unclear what specific lessons were taken away. The risks associated with mass evacuations are a concern, particularly in areas prone to hurricanes.

Further details about the 2005 evacuation and its impact on disaster response are available from the source, which explores whether agencies have learned from past mistakes.