Hurricane Katrina Reflection

In the history of the United States of America, Hurricane Katrina was known as one of the worst hurricanes in the world. The hurricane was a combination of tropical waters and gushing winds. It was the vicious hurricane that caused severe damage to the citizens of the United States of America. The amazing city known for its southern style, Cajun cuisines, jazz music and its celebration of Mardi Gras will never be the same. New Orleans, Louisiana was changed forever in August 2005 when this category five hurricane left the city devastated. The catastrophic storm tore through the city of New Orleans and surrounding areas destroying everything in its path and killing hundreds of people.

Hurricane Katrina began as tropical Depression twelve, which formed over the Bahamas on August 23, 2005. On August 24, the storm strengthened and became known as Tropical Storm Katrina, the 11th named storm of the 2005 hurricane season. A few hours before making landfall in Florida on August 25, Tropical storm Katrina was upgraded to Hurricane Katrina (Category1, 74mph winds). An analysis by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA’s) climate prediction center

“When communities are rebuilt, they must be even better and stronger than before the storm,” (“Bush”). This is what former president George W. Bush said during his speech in New Orleans concerning the effects of Hurricane Katrina. Hurricane Katrina was a massive natural disaster that consisted of high powered winds and immense amounts of water. The hurricane was initially a category 3, but gradually rose to the classification of a category 5 storm, which is the largest storm there is (“Hurricane Irene”). In fact, there were accounts of winds recorded at about 127 miles per hour in the Gulf areas such as Grand Isle, Louisiana, and near the Mississippi River (“Hurricane Katrina Statistics”). All of these factors are made

On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans, two days later roughly eighty percent of New Orleans was underwater. This hurricane ranked number three in the thirty deadliest US Hurricanes (Weather Underground, 2007). This disaster has had a ripple effect on the economy, the environment, the population of New Orleans, and the habitats of animals in that area. It also put to death over 1,500 people in Louisiana, more than half were senior citizens. In New Orleans, 134,000 housing units —70% of all occupied units — suffered damage from this Hurricane.

10 Years ago on the last week in August, one of the most brutal storms the United States has ever had hit Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana. On August 28th and 29th, Fifty-five-foot waves crashed down the Mississippi coast leaving total destruction behind. In New Orleans a levee was built to protect the city but failed in 50 different places due to it being poorly designed. FEMA brought many survivors to their camps, but some weren’t that lucky. In New Orleans about 20,000 residents were trapped in the Louisiana Superdome without clean water, medical care, or working toilets. After the floodwaters receded, over 100,000 residents left the city of New Orleans to never return. 10 years later after the hurricane, most of the affected

The devastating and deeply rooted traumatic effects of Hurricane Katrina will live in the psyches of the people of New Orleans and beyond for generations to come. Katrina was the largest and third strongest hurricane to make landfall in the United States barreling in as a Category 5 with up to 175 mile-per-hour winds and a 20-ft storm surge that would create a humanitarian emergency with the likes never before seen in the United States. This hurricane caused unimaginable death, destruction, and displacement, leaving a death toll of 1,836 and an unknown number thought to be washed out to sea. The real truth is we will never know exactly how many people lost their lives during Hurricane Katrina.

During the time of Hurricane Katrina, there were numerous failures from the government to provide aid to those who resided within the boundaries of New Orleans. In 2005, Hurricane Katrina became one of the deadliest hurricanes to strike North America. With over 1,500 people killed and over $100 billion in property damage, all levels of government were not prepared for and did not cooperate efficiently with one another to react to this type of natural disaster. The many government officials near the New Orleans area, all failed to provide proper assistance while the hurricane cycled through and wreaked havoc about the state.

On August 23, 2005 through August 31, 2005 a tragic moment occurred in New Orleans. People 's lives changed by losing everything they had due to this storm. It damaged a majority of the coast leading to massive flooded houses, everything underwater, and families not able to find their loved ones. A band of storm clouds wrapped around the north side circulation center early the morning of August 24th. The wind was blowing about 40 mph. The storm was originally called Tropical Katrina. Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans early morning on Monday August 29, 2005. Over eighty percent of the city was under some quantity of water. This storm caused more than one hundred billion dollars in damage. Half of the city rose above sea level. August 29, 2005 was the day the Hurricane struck the Gulf Coast of the United States. The people charged the federal government to meet the needs of the people who was affected by the storm. There were many questions lingering as part of the aftermath. What caused the flooding in New Orleans to be so severe? What was the impact on the government’s response? How was the city/region changed since then?

Katrina the first half of 2016 you were under the supervisor of a different supervisor who noted that you continue to maintain familiarity with policies, confidentiality, agency programs like CDS, In Home Services, ADC, RCF and outside resources, as well as systems such as PROD, FRED, Web tool and Case Compass. She also noted that you adhered to all policies and includes HIPPA forms into cases or you would explain why they could not be obtained. It was also noted that you effectively use your experience and knowledge to provide information and counsel to assist the reported adults, but also when working with MMAC, EDL, DSS and other agencies. Katrina your previous supervisor also stated that you have enthusiastically interacted with new co-workers

Hurricane Katrina will always be remembered for the devastation it caused, my close friends, the Adams family knows this better than anyone else. My family has been close friends with the Adams for nearly my whole life, the thing that stood out about them the most was their passion to help others and their obsession for the New Orleans Saints. The Adams have numerous relatives who live in Louisiana, including their parents on the father’s side. The parents live just twenty minutes south of New Orleans on a small farm. During Hurricane Katrina, when the levees were breached, water flooded the town and their farm. They lost what few livestock they owned and their home was damaged beyond repair due to the high flood waters. The couple had to seek shelter on their roof until help could arrive. Meanwhile, the Adams family had no way of contacting them to ensure that they were alright and worried for almost a week. Finally, almost a week had passed before the parents were able to contact our friends, the Adams. After the parents were rescued from the roof of their flooded house, they were taken to the Superdome that housed thousands of other helpless victims. The only reason the parents had chosen not to evacuate the city like most other residents is because they both had survived Hurricane Camille in 1969 and Hurricane Andrew in 1992 with minor damage. Also the parents could not bear to abandon their livestock, which was their main source of income. After staying in the Superdome

Hurricane Katrina was a historical natural disaster that affected millions of people. Televised nationally, as the damage was revealed, seemed surreal and the lives lost along with property damages is heartbreaking. I have family in New Orleans, whom were affected; however, no lives were lost. The power of water should never be underestimated, as many feared damage from the wind, and did not consider the water. After the levees broke, supply was immediately affected. By the oil refining being inoperable for several weeks, gasoline was scarce (Carden, 2010, p. 82). First responders, medical providers, and emergency rescue teams were needed instantly. As people were trapped in their homes, on top of their roofs, and in vehicles, desperation

Hurricane Katrina was one of the deadliest hurricanes in United States history. Hurricane Katrina was by far the most destructive storm to strike the United States with the actual cost of Hurricane Katrina’s damage between $96-125 billion. An estimated 1,836 people died and millions of others were left homeless along the gulf coast and in New Orleans. With homes virtually destroyed, thousands of people abandoned the area which in turn caused thousands of jobs to disappear. New Orleans lost 190,000 jobs, while the state of Louisiana lost 219,000 jobs and overall 12 percent statewide. More than 70 countries contributed large donations in the relief phase showing overall support and generosity.

The rough water surrounding the man atop the blue van in the photo is a small fraction of what Hurricane Katrina brought into the United States in 2005. It is clear from the intensity of his grip that he’s facing real danger and is fighting in order to remain out of the dangerous water. On August 25, 2005 Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans, being placed as a category one storm. Within three days it escalated into a category five storm with winds ranging from at least 175 mph winds. Photos from the storm were everywhere, with the main focuses being the result of the catastrophe. Images of people crammed together like sardines inside a gymnasium to piles of debris that were once family’s homes. Rarely do those at home, safely watching, get to

Without the imagery of Hurricane Katrina, would there be such a vast improvement towards recovery that still progresses today? It is believed that some images may be considered too much for a person to take into consideration at face value. That the imagery of such devastation is almost unbearable to comprehend and should not be seen. Not many people would be able to accept seeing the country in such strife. That is not the portrayal people want to see. However, the images are needed for a better understanding that such devastations can occur and should not be ignored.

Hurricane Katrina has the 3rd largest death toll in American history at nearly 2,000 people. Majority of the people in these affected areas were black and poor. Media has always played an important role in shaping public opinion. People turn to different forms of media as a source of information about what is happening within their communities, as well as events that take place globally. Claudia Rankine’s poem, “August 29 2005/ Hurricane Katrina” discusses the effects of biased media representation on black people and black communities. Amid an emergency, people are desperately searching for help, yet it appears that no one cares enough to come. The speaker develops imagery of the situation in New Orleans: the flooded streets, “buildings peeling apart…, and bodies logged in piles of rubble (83).” These were some of the horrors people were left to endure. This moment in history is known as the time when the American government abandoned its people in their most crucial time of need. The burdens and voices of black people in America often go unnoticed due to institutionalized racial prejudices in media. This poem compels readers to feel empathy by drawing attention to the prevalent racial and class divide in America, but it also implores that its readers help usher in change by speaking out against racism and prejudice.