Augusta, GA -- We all remember Hurricane Katrina, the recent storm that passed through Augusta, and the cyclone in Myanmar. This drill put many to the test, and opened eyes to a frightening situation.

Nathan Nelson, soldier: "If it really did happen, I would be scared."

Nathan Nelson is just one of the many military personnel who decided to take part in Fort Gordon's annual national disaster medical system exercise. The exercise centered around a hurricane that hit Savannah. Those affected by the mock storm were sent to the Garden City for medical help.

Nelson: "I had family over there during 911, I could feel, imagine what they went through."

The "casualties" were also students from Paine College, Augusta Tech and other local hospital volunteers. Rescue workers say, when disaster strikes, resources can be very limited.

Lt. Col. Michael Friedman, Eisenhower Army Medical Center: "We try to pre-project, maybe, with as much intelligence and information we have, where to put those resources, and how much we will need, but that's a guess. And, it's hard to to establish those abilites ahead of time."

Another problem workers may face is the number of people who need help. Doctors say dealing with different age groups can be difficult.

Many experts say during disasters they're also faced with ethical decisions.

As for Nelson, it's another opportunity for them to help someone out, just in case something happens.

According to a bio-terrorism report, Georgia receives 9 out of 10 for emergency preparedness.

The American Red Cross and the Richmond County Health District are also helping.