hurricane katrina, 2005

Explores the history, social life, customs, and geography of New Orleans and discusses Hurricane Katrina. Includes a glossary and an index.

Chronicles the events and the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, describing how it devastated the shores of Louisiana and Mississippi in August 2005.

Tells the story of Hurricane Katrina, a monster storm that struck the Gulf Coast in August 2005, virtually destroying New Orleans and other cities,killing almost twelve hundred people, and leaving more than a million residents homeless, discusses the government's response to the disaster, and the challenges that need to be overcome to rebuild the vulnerable area.

Examines the August 2005 hurricane that hit the Gulf Coast of the United States, discussing the evacuation of cities, destruction, and rescue and relief efforts; and provides a time line of events, related Web sites, and a glossary.

Examines the effects of Hurricane Katrina which hit parts of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama in August of 2005; and contains a number of facts about hurricanes.

New Orleans resident Billy Sothern discusses Hurricane Katrina, comments on how the government reacted to the disaster, and relates efforts to rebuild communities. Includes black-and-white photographs.

A collection of fifteen controversial essays that debate issues concerning the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina including whether or not New Orleans should be rebuilt and the federal government's response to the disaster.

Looks at the devastation that occurred when Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast of Louisiana and Mississippi in August, 2005, as well as parts of Florida, describes how hurricanes form and how the storms are tracked, explains why the city of New Orleans was at particular risk, and discusses the search for survivors and recovery efforts.

The children of Biloxi, Mississippi, share their experiences of Hurricane Katrina through stories, drawings, and paintings.

Presents the stories of seven survivors of Hurricane Katrina who tried to evacuate, protect their possessions, and save loved ones before, during, and after the flood.