What was the impact of the hurricane Katrina?

As of mid-day Monday, August 29, the eye of Hurricane Katrina passed east of the City subjecting it to hurricane wind conditions, but sparing New Orleans the worst impact. The City seemed to have escaped most of the catastrophic wind damage and heavy rain that had been predicted. read more

Photo of debris and house foundations in Biloxi Mississippi following Katrina. noaa. On August 26, 2005, both Louisiana and Mississippi activated their emergency response plans and began preparations for evacuations along the coast. read more

See why Hurricane Katrina is the most destructive natural disaster U.S. history, costing between $108 and $250 billion more than any other hurricane. See why Hurricane Katrina is the most destructive natural disaster U.S. history, costing between $108 and $250 billion more than any other hurricane. read more