We had a few inmates at the prison in the next town escape a few years ago. It was scary, the prison is about 5 miles from us as the crow flies. The guys headed into the woods and depending on which way they went they could have come out on my street! I worked afternoons in the factory where I work(right down the street from me) and although it was summer, all doors where to remain locked until they were caught. We didn't care if we sufficated we wanted the doors locked! Luckily they were caught that afternoon.
It is scary, I hope they find the inmates and all is well in your town soon!