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Yes, it was tracked even as a tropical wave in the Atlantic for some time, even though nobody was certain where it would hit or how bad it would be. Even as Katrina strengthened rapidly over the Gulf of Mexico was it known quite where the storm would go, though many scientists realized that there was danger for New Orleans.
What else can I help you with?
Was the magnitude of Hurricane Katrina expected?
Category 5
What was the magnitude of Hurricane Katrina?
Hurricane Katrina was 415miles wide which is 668km!
Which entity as responsible for disaster planning and relief within the US at the time of Hurricane Katrina?
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is responsible for disaster planning and relief within the US. At the time of Hurricane Katrina, FEMA was under the jurisdiction of the Department of Homeland Security. The response to Hurricane Katrina highlighted significant failures and shortcomings in FEMA's ability to effectively respond to the disaster.
Questions for hurricanes what was the costliest hurricane in the US?
The costliest hurricane in U.S. history was Hurricane Katrina in 2005 with an estimated 81.2 billion dollars in damages.
Why was the government blame for hurricane Katrina?
No one is, or was, responsible for Hurricane Katrina. It was a natural phenomena. Many people think that the aftermath could have been handled better by the administration then in power.
Was the magnitude of Hurricane Katrina expected?
Category 5
Was the Hurricane Katrina the worst disaster?
Hurricane Katrina was the costliest U.S. natural disaster, and one of the deadliest. So it ranks as one of the worst U.S. disasters, but probably not the worst.
Why was Katrina a man made disaster?
Katrina was a Hurricane (a natural disaster), not a man-made disaster. Although there were man-made levies & dikes that broke or were topped by water, it was nature that caused it. Man's efforts (or failures) to prevent or reduce the impact of a Hurricane's damage are not the cause of the Hurricane.
What was the magnitude of Hurricane Katrina?
Hurricane Katrina was 415miles wide which is 668km!
What major natural disaster struck the state of Louisiana in august 2005?
Hurricane Katrina.
Have disaster recovery efforts greatly improved since Hurricane Katrina?
Yes, disaster recovery efforts have greatly improved since Hurricane Katrina due to more wide spread media coverage as well as a growth in volunteer efforts.
Which entity as responsible for disaster planning and relief within the US at the time of Hurricane Katrina?
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is responsible for disaster planning and relief within the US. At the time of Hurricane Katrina, FEMA was under the jurisdiction of the Department of Homeland Security. The response to Hurricane Katrina highlighted significant failures and shortcomings in FEMA's ability to effectively respond to the disaster.
Questions for hurricanes what was the costliest hurricane in the US?
The costliest hurricane in U.S. history was Hurricane Katrina in 2005 with an estimated 81.2 billion dollars in damages.
How many people died in the last hurricane Katrina?
About 1,883 people died in the devastating disaster.
Why was the government blame for hurricane Katrina?
No one is, or was, responsible for Hurricane Katrina. It was a natural phenomena. Many people think that the aftermath could have been handled better by the administration then in power.
Why has Hurricane Katrina been called the worst natural disaster in US history and the worst response to a disaster in US history?
Hurricane Katrina was considered the worst natural disaster in US history due to the widespread destruction it caused in New Orleans and along the Gulf Coast. The response to the disaster was criticized for its slow and inadequate efforts in evacuating residents, providing relief, and managing the aftermath, leading to loss of life and prolonged suffering for many affected individuals.
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