The sheer force of the wind is a problem in itself, true. [Not Very Nice Thoughts® about soldiers who should be able to handle themselves better than civilians go here. Those aside...]
If unlucky, some people might have been knocked over and hit their heads to the point of unresponsiveness, in which case they might not be retrieved for some time. Regardless, I would say knowing who to search for and doing so in an organised manner is preferable.
[So let's... hold off the aimless running back and forth, okay? Why be worried when you can be rational.]