In the event of an evacuation, individuals who are specifically trained to manage and direct an evacuation of people and animals allow trained firefighters to concentrate on the fire or other emergency. BMFPD Chief or his Incident Commanders will activate Traffic Volunteers, who will provide signage and traffic assistance as residents are notified by phone (or email or text) or in person to vacate their homes. In addition, the Chief will use the database to manage assistance to individuals who may have special needs.