Management Of Katrina Flashcards
1
Q
Where did most management and aid come from ?
A
Within USA internal federal aid.
2
Q
Who predicted the storm !
A
National hurricane centre and they gave accurate plot of the hurricanes track and landfall
This allowed for evacuation
But many refused to move
3
Q
Exogenous help
A
Equipment from California , new work and Texas.
Pledging money
Kuwait made largest single donation of $500 million.
India sent blankets and hygiene kits.
NGOs like American Red Cross
4
Q
Why was government criticised ?
A
For slow response and lack of coordination.
5
Q
Why were emergency services criticised?
A
Super dome used as evacuation centre 30,000 arrived but it could only handle 800 people.
Civic centre not designed as evacuation centre yet 25,000 arrived.
