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By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and statutes of the United States and in order to combat the rampant famine and disease that is crippling the nation, all citizens and permanent residents are hereby ordered to evacuate their homes and report directly to the closest designated Metro Area. Failure to do so shall constitute a violation of law. Citizens are advised to contact their local authorities regarding transportation to the designated areas.

 
President Ronald Reagan Executive Order 13578 March 17th 1985;

 
Mandatory evacuation to the Metro Areas.