Get Out NOW! (Don’t Panic – Prepare!)

I asked Grok (AI tool) to create a table of evacuation priorities. I specified that there’s myself, my wife and our two pets. I needed to prioritize items based on 10 minute increments. For example, if I only have 10 minutes to evacuate, what should I take with me? I needed this list for the first Hour. Assume that we have many items that are required for preparedness.

Here’s a table outlining evacuation priorities in 10-minute increments for the first hour in an emergency situation:

This table assumes there’s some level of pre-preparation. In an ideal scenario, your most critical items are always ready to go, allowing you to focus on less essential but still important items as time allows. Evacuation Priorities in 10-Minute Increments:

Timeframe	Priority Items
0-10 Min	People & Pets Yourself, your wife, and both pets. Essential Documents Passports, IDs, medical records, insurance policies, emergency contact list, pet vaccination records. Emergency Kit Pre-packed bag with water, food for humans and pets, first aid kit, flashlight, multi-tool, whistle, masks. Medications Any prescribed medications for all family members. Phone & Charger Mobile phone, charger, or power bank.
10-20 Min	Money & Cards Wallet with cash, credit/debit cards. Clothing A change of clothes for each person, weather appropriate gear. Pet Supplies Leashes, carriers, a small amount of pet food, bowls.
20-30 Min	Personal Items Glasses, hearing aids, or other necessary personal aids. Valuables Small valuable items (jewelry, small electronics like laptops or tablets if they can be quickly grabbed). Backup Drives If you have data backups, grab them now.
30-40 Min	Additional Clothing Extra layers, blankets, sleeping bags if space allows. More Food & Water Increase the supply if possible, considering the space and weight. Hygiene Items Basic hygiene products (toothbrush, soap, etc.).
40-50 Min	Sentimental Items Photos, heirlooms, or anything of emotional value that can be carried easily. Additional Pet Needs Bedding for pets, toys, or comfort items.
50-60 Min	Secondary Essentials Camping gear if you have it (tent, cooking equipment), additional tools, more extensive first aid supplies. Entertainment/Comfort Items Books, tablets with downloaded content for downtime.

Notes:

Preparation: Many of these items should be pre-packed in an emergency kit or go-bag to save time during an actual evacuation.
Vehicle: If you’re using a vehicle, load items in reverse order of priority, so the most critical items are accessible.
Practice: Regularly update and practice your evacuation plan to ensure everyone knows what to do and where to find items in a real scenario.
Flexibility: Depending on the nature of the emergency, you might need to adjust priorities. For example, in a flood, waterproofing items might become more crucial.