At a conference, I heard a knowledgeable person say that "Katrina forever changed the way that the Federal government and the states interact with each other". I had not heard such a thought before. What did he mean, and is it true?
posted by megatherium on May 24, 2009 - 9 answers

Post-Katrina Recovery: I recently caught corners of Lakeview and New Orleans East. While Lakeview seemed more affluent and maybe older and more established, it didn't seem like it would have great advantages over NOE that would account for the relative degree to which it appeared that Lakeview was recovered compared to NOE. Is NOE really behind the curve in recovery and if so, why? [more inside]
posted by Ogre Lawless on Jul 29, 2008 - 11 answers

Gas has been getting more and more expensive, yet cars have not been getting more fuel efficient. Why not? [more inside]
posted by Dec One on Feb 18, 2008 - 47 answers

My immediate family is considering making our holidays vacation a trip to New Orleans to do volunteer work, excavating houses, etc. Problem #1: We have no idea where to start. [more inside]
posted by Ash3000 on Sep 22, 2007 - 8 answers

I am in need of current and historical facts and numbers regarding Hurricane Katrina. For example, how many people are still living in FEMA trailers? How many people have left New Orleans for good? Also, historical numbers, how many homes were destroyed? How many people were left homeless? etc. Thanks
posted by captainscared on Jul 14, 2007 - 10 answers

About a year ago, someone was selling a t-shirt with a red background and a white state of Louisiana with "SOS" carved out of it. Who was selling it and are they still available? EBay returns nothing and Google searches mostly bring references to the Secretary of State.
posted by kittyprecious on Dec 17, 2006 - 5 answers

Research: Where should I look for stories or journalism about the type of thing that happened in the Superdome during Katrina, specifically where people believed (and reported to the press) that they had seen horrific acts that later were determined never to have taken place? I'm not even sure what the correct term would be (mass hysteria?) but I'm interested in the unreliability of primary sources in journalism, especially as it relates to Katrina.
posted by klangklangston on Apr 17, 2006 - 11 answers

What are the current challenges in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina? [more inside]
posted by photoslob on Apr 9, 2006 - 3 answers

What do non-New Orleanians think about the city and the damage? Is it worth rebuilding? Are you really sick of hearing about it? What do people say about it? [more inside]
posted by honeydew on Mar 2, 2006 - 46 answers

How does international aid to the US work when we've never received international aid before? [more inside]
posted by mulkey on Feb 21, 2006 - 4 answers

Volunteering and photography in Biloxi/New Orleans - tips and advice? [more inside]
posted by odinsdream on Jan 11, 2006 - 1 answer

NameMyCatFilter: So we are fostering a kitten that was rescued from a house in Mississippi destroyed by Katrina -- a situation that will likely become permanent, and now we are thinking about a name for the little guy. Constraints inside. [more inside]
posted by Rock Steady on Dec 2, 2005 - 55 answers

How can I find out if and/or where a given press photo was printed? [more inside]
posted by moift on Nov 7, 2005 - 4 answers

So, on Tuesday, the Red Cross is deploying me to the gulf coast for three weeks to assist in their ongoing hurricane relief efforts there. What should I bring with me? [more inside]
posted by dersins on Oct 28, 2005 - 3 answers

I've just been asked to deploy to New Orleans as a Red Cross volunteer (mi). [more inside]
posted by efalk on Oct 22, 2005 - 9 answers

How can we promote our $1 million online charity fundraising effort? [more inside]
posted by wackybrit on Sep 26, 2005 - 5 answers

What was the Katrina damage 50 miles inland? [more inside]
posted by pomegranate on Sep 22, 2005 - 10 answers

I'm a New Orleans resident who's going home the second they let me. I want more than anything to be as helpful as possible in rebuilding the city. What is the city going to need? [more inside]
posted by honeydew on Sep 21, 2005 - 12 answers

The Red Cross requires a three-week hitch, getting me back two days too late for my calendar. FEMA doesn't want help. I'm told that there are organizations across the country who are looking for volunteers to help with all manner of aid for Katrina victims. I just need a floor to sleep on and three squares, and I'll work 18 hours days feeding dogs or helping people fill out paperwork or cook food or whatever. Can anybody point me to some such organizations?
posted by waldo on Sep 13, 2005 - 21 answers

Where can I find reputable information on adopting children orphaned by Hurricane Katrina? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 10, 2005 - 12 answers

Bon Temps: Requesting your suggestions for a Louisiana-themed benefit party. [more inside]
posted by Miko on Sep 8, 2005 - 16 answers

Did the Gov. of Louisiana ask President Bush to federalize the National Guard or not? [more inside]
posted by tsarfan on Sep 7, 2005 - 9 answers

I'd like to donate to the Katrina relief effort. I don't have a credit card, but am set up with Paypal. Paypal seems to want me to donate to the United Way. [more inside]
posted by jikel_morten on Sep 7, 2005 - 13 answers

Why did the world wide price of oil go up after the hurricane? [more inside]
posted by Iax on Sep 6, 2005 - 13 answers

Why would FEMA cut the emergency communication lines in Jefferson Parish? [more inside]
posted by aaronetc on Sep 6, 2005 - 18 answers

I was watching footage on CNN concerning the Katrina hurricane relief in the Houston Superdome and believe I noticed some volunteers with yellow sweatshirts with "Scientologist Volunteer Councillors". I only saw it briefly and was unable to confirm what I saw later. Are the Scientologists really in Houston helping the refugees?
posted by schwa on Sep 6, 2005 - 25 answers

Heartless Bastard filter: Who stands to make beaucoup cash money from the New Orleans disaster? [more inside]
posted by mds35 on Sep 6, 2005 - 25 answers

Are there any matching-gift channels to make a Red Cross donation for persons who do not have employer-match? This is obviously a propos to Katrina, but I am also interested to learn if there may be permanent programs of this sort.
posted by mwhybark on Sep 5, 2005 - 10 answers

I work on Gulf of Mexico oil rigs and I got a call from my boss this morning saying my usual rig is up and running and they want me back tomorrow. I am supposed to get to Houma, LA to catch the chopper. [more inside]
posted by thatwhichfalls on Sep 5, 2005 - 11 answers

I have 8 boxes of clothes that I'd like to donate to Hurricane Katrina evacueees. What's the best way to do so? [more inside]
posted by amarynth on Sep 5, 2005 - 11 answers

Amid the original concerns about a Cat 3 or higher hurricane hitting New Orleans was the above-ground cemetery circumstances in the city. I'm not sure this thread could be any more ghoulish than what the status quo is but, has anyone heard anything about the status of the cemeteries in New Orleans?
posted by Jazznoisehere on Sep 3, 2005 - 10 answers

New Orleans is a port. Why not evacuate it by boat?
posted by timeistight on Sep 3, 2005 - 15 answers

Would a consumer-grade water filter (e.g. a Brita pitcher) be sufficient to make the floodwater in New Orleans safe to drink?
posted by jjg on Sep 3, 2005 - 15 answers

Riverboat gambling and Katrina? [more inside]
posted by jca on Sep 3, 2005 - 4 answers

We have extra room in our house and like many others, we're thinking about taking in Katrina refugees. [more inside]
posted by luser on Sep 2, 2005 - 12 answers

Is there a blog collecting updates about the Katrina Disaster? Where are you getting your info? Not just news agency stories and pics, but first hand accounts. [more inside]
posted by mudhouse on Sep 2, 2005 - 10 answers

I'm interested in creating a simple Wiki for family members affected by Hurricane Katrina. [more inside]
posted by lackutrol on Sep 1, 2005 - 17 answers

KatrinaFilter: I don't understand most kinds of violence, but seldom am I as baffled as in this case: why would one fire at a medical convoy performing rescue work, as has reportedly happened in New Orleans? [more inside]
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane on Sep 1, 2005 - 43 answers

How many gallons of oil are in a barrel? Really, what I want to know: How many gallons of gasoline can be distilled from that barrel of oil? [more inside]
posted by muddylemon on Sep 1, 2005 - 20 answers

As much as I would like to help by donating to the victims of Katrina, I want to know that my donated money is really going to go help them. What are some trustworthy organizations to donate to?
posted by Gooney on Aug 31, 2005 - 19 answers

I know the the mayor of New Orleans (Ray Nagin) has issued a mandatory evacuation order for NO. Has he left the city too?
posted by Count Ziggurat on Aug 28, 2005 - 10 answers

How do I volunteer for hurricane cleanup? [more inside]
posted by F Mackenzie on Aug 28, 2005 - 12 answers