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One person's story of the chaos of Hurricane Katrina and the effect on their family before, during and after.

While visiting family in Lafayette, Louisiana the last week in July, we decided to visit New Orleans for a night. Even now, almost a year later, the residual effects of Hurricane Katrina were plainly visible driving into the city.

Hurricane Katrina and the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks should never be forgotten, nor should the victims of both these tragedies. People should not compare Hurricane Katrina with 9/11 but they do.

Former Heisman Trophy winner Danny Wuerffel didn't let Hurricane Katrina stop him from serving the people of New Orleans. The hurricane destroyed his home and the home of the ministry he served.

Over two years after Hurricane Katrina, one of the deadliest hurricanes in U.S. history to date, some are still trying to get back on their feet.

Adults are not the only contributors to the cause supporting the victims of hurricane Katrina. Children are giving a whole new meaning to the phrase, 'every little bit helps'.

Where were our troops during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina while the world watched Americans die so unnecessarily?

A personal look at New Orleans and Biloxi three weeks after Katrina. One girl's journey through hell.

Hurricane Katrina left thousands and thousands of people with no homes, no place to run to and so many to blame.

As a result of Hurricane Katrina and her aftermath it is vital that the needs of cancer patients and their displaced loved ones are addressed immediately. Numerous agencies are reaching out to help.

A brief conversation with a workmate got me thinking, laughing, and worrying about the ongoing human impact of Hurricane Katrina.

Although it's much, much rarer of late, every once-in-a-while in the Greater New Orleans Metropolitan area after Hurricane Katrina, there have been reports of another person's body being found in an attic or some place else that succumbed to the wrath of Hurricane Katrina.

Katrina: A Whole Lotta Water explores the emotional, psychological, human rights, race, class, and gender issues affecting hurricane Katrina survivors.

Interview with Westchester woman who provides free housing and additional services to a woman whose home was a casualty of Hurricane Katrina.

It's been almost two months since Hurricane Katrina flooded 80% of New Orleans. While much of the city remains uninhabited and uninhabitable, Uptown shows signs of normality. But it's not the "old normal," it's a "new normal."

Next Monday Americans will find it harder to file for bankruptcy protections. In light of the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Congress should look to exempt many of the survivors due to the increase in the number of filings following a hurricane.

Hurricane Katrina devastated my home state of Mississippi on August 29, 2005. How are you supposed to feel after something like this affects your life - your friends, your family, your neighbors, your state which you love because it is home?

In any emergency whether manmade or nature made, are we prepared enough to prevent further catastrophe? Christopher Cooper and Robert Block examine these questions in their new book, Disaster, Hurricane Katrina and the Failure of Homeland Security.

When Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast, most considered only the physical damage done. This article takes a look at the psychological state of the Gulf as a direct result of Katrina one year later.

This article highlights the true disaster behind Hurricane Katrina. The welfare state.

In a joint press release, FEMA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stated that they will begin testing formaldehyde levels in the trailers and mobile homes provided by FEMA for people left homeless by Hurricane Katrina, starting December 21.

In the hours immediately following Hurricane Katrina's devastating assault on New Orleans, the first private citizen responders who brought their boats and risked their lives in the service of stranded flood victims have come to be known as the "Cajun Navy."

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and the Louisiana Department of Social Services are still working to locate 174 foster children from New Orleans who remain unaccounted for since Hurricane Katrina struck.

There are perhaps other aspects that were neglected in the frequent examinations as to why this particular disaster ended so badly, and to neglect to consider these other factors may result in similar mistakes occurring again at a later date.

Extended Stay Hotels is being helped by FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) to better provide temporary places for Hurricane Katrina victims to stay at various places across the country.

This article discusses the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season, and how homeowners can prepare.

Saving lives in times of crisis Cook Children's Hospital staff, doctors, and transport team helped to provide care to those affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.

Welcome to Hurricane Season 2005, also known as "Sigh Season". This article features Jim Williams popular Hurricane City website, whkch features satellite imagery, hurricane projections and discussion forums.

After the Hurricane Katrina devistated the Gulf Coast there are many scams in opperation. Here's how to avoid many of them and links where you can give to the relief effort, or check out those who want you to give to them for the effort.

The Search Dog Foundation Canine-Firefighter disaster search groups have been deployed to find Hurricane Katrina victims.

Reunion Arena in Dallas, TX was scheduled to close after housing Katrina victims who have since relocated to temporary or permanent housing but with Hurricane Rita on the way facility staff had to back pedal on their plans.

The range of response from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community to the victims of Hurricane Katrina continues to grow with substantial cash donations and a wide range of individual acts of kindness.

The Story Circle Network is looking for submissions for a new book, Catastrophe, Survival, and Recovery: Stories from the Storms regarding Hurricane Katrina and Rita.

Although it's illegal in the State of Louisiana to abandon a pet, federal evacuation authorities are demanding evacuees leave their companion animals behind.

In New Orleans, cigar connoisseurs have many opportunities, from a Cigar Factory to wonderful Cigar Bars, to fine restaurants.

Despite a struggling economy and miles and miles of empty neighborhoods, New Orleans French Quarter and downtown areas are open for business.

New Orleans Saints secondary and special-teams coverage get solid-tackling, ball-hawking Kevin Kaesviharn.

This paper identifies and elaborates on some of the mythology which surrounds New Orleans. These preconceived notions are explored through the depiction of the city in "Love Song for Bobby Long."

If you are heading to New Orleans and have a large budget, definitely stay at the Fairmont New Orleans. It is pricey, but most definitely worth it.

Rain or shine, bustling or not, New Orleans is a fantastic place to spend Thanksgiving and the holidays.

Audition for the New Orleans Saints pro cheerleader squad, the New Orleans Saintsations

This is set up like a swap meet kinda deal, with just tables and tables full of anything you could possibly want to bring home from New Orleans. This is, actually, the oldest market of its kind in the US.

The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Line-up is set for 2007

New Orleans Saints sign Superbowl Cornerback, Jason David

From my experiences during my time as a New Orleans Resident, I observed many things that were in need of drastic change. Now is the time to move forward, make those changes, and create New Orleans anew.

There are some absolutely amazing hotel in New Orleans, Louisisna, and I review the top three of these hotels for potential guests consideration.

That Holy Confection search for pralines in states long outside of New Orleans, LA matters more when you're not sure many are being produced in New Orleans any longer due to post-Katrina tragedy.

This is a preview of the December 21st match up in the New Orleans Bowl between Florida Atlantic(Sun Belt) and Memphis(C-USA).

It's Here-The Annual New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. The musical line-up and dates have been set!