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Your comprehensive, actionable guide to navigating emergencies in Las Vegas.
This guide uses AI-researched data and is being verified by our team. Routes and locations should be confirmed before use in an emergency.
Las Vegas sits in a desert valley with limited evacuation corridors. I-15 is the lifeline - south to LA and north to Utah. US-93 southeast to Phoenix via Hoover Dam, and US-95 northwest provide alternatives. All routes cross significant desert stretches where vehicle failure or running out of fuel/water can be fatal.
CRITICAL: Desert evacuation requires extensive water and fuel preparation. Carry minimum 2 gallons of water per person and a full tank of gas before departing. Travel at night during summer months to avoid lethal heat exposure.
Communication: Primary: cell/text. Secondary: out-of-state contact. Las Vegas cell infrastructure is good in the city but drops off rapidly outside the valley. Have a car charger and battery bank.
Meeting Points: Primary: UNLV Thomas & Mack Center (large, recognizable). Secondary: Sunset Park pavilion. Out-of-area: contact in LA, Phoenix, or Salt Lake City.
Roles: Person A: fill ALL water containers (bathtub, jugs, bottles), grab go-bags. Person B: children, pets, medications, cooling supplies. Person C: vehicle prep (coolant, fuel, tire pressure), load supplies, drive.
Use this guide as a base for your personalized strategy.