The rise of the river was unprecedented and the residents did not evacuate, which led to the high death toll.

During the second time, residents in low-lying areas and along the coast evacuated.

An estimated 5,000 residents evacuated to 110 shelters set up by officials.

By the time the hurricane approached the city at the end of August 2005, most residents had evacuated.

The rise of the river was unprecedented and many residents did not evacuate, which led to 35 casualties.

The warning was given, and the residents of the town evacuated.

The island was quiet this morning, with most residents having evacuated to the mainland.

"On police authority, all residents will evacuate the building."

Some residents evacuated to storm shelters that were set up in various cities along the coast.

Some residents in coastal areas panicked and evacuated their homes.