Keep a steady pace, but prioritize the injured. Have a dedicated escort—someone with a lighter load and quick reflexes. Use the terrain to your advantage: cover, shadows, and any debris to hide from scavengers. Keep a radio open so you can alert the squad if a threat shows up. Pack a portable first‑aid kit and a collapsible stretcher so you can move them without slowing down too much. Remember, a steady hand is more useful than a sharp one when the wounded can’t keep up.