Not having read through everything I’m torn. Initially, my thoughts are “send them the bill”. But people may not evacuate for various reasons depending on their circumstances. Do I think tax payers should pay? No. I’m normally about as right wing as you can get. But on the other hand, if someone was poor enough (or whatever the reason) that they couldn’t afford gas, hotel or whatever, I can’t see leaving them stranded and I can’t see sending in an invoice for their life. It’s almost like 911. Can you afford the trip? Most can’t. But you gonna pay with your life? Hope not. Idk.

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