Monday, September 5, 2005
Katrina, p.s.
Random Jottings lists an informative timeline: the levees didn't break until after the hurricane had more or less passed but N.O. has so few police that they couldn't handle it so the National Guard was needed but the mayor and governor didn't ask - and in a states' right country they must - until Wednesday. Mobilizing of 4200 began immediately and the troops arrived on Thursday. That's really not so slow when you know the facts. Maybe in a perfect world the feds would know when they will be needed and swoop in, but I'm also betting that would be hugely not wanted by most of us. RJ also points out that Biloxi, Mississippi was wiped out every bit as much as was New Orleans. (Have you seen the photo of their Hard Rock??) Their mayor and governor made all the requisite requests immediately and help began immediately. And Mississippians famously own guns but there has been no violence there. None. Which isn't to cast blame just to point out that the MSM has once again overlooked positive news and some people's resilience and strength.
One more thing. Emergency kits - remember them? - would be really good for all of us to have, don't you think? My office provides each of us with one and a friend suggested we make one at home too. The one I put together has a light stick, a lightweight blanket, a battery radio, and several days of non-perishable food (dried milk, bottled water, beans, tuna fish, etc.) Inexpensive, and easy to put together, but think how life saving if needed.
One more thing. Emergency kits - remember them? - would be really good for all of us to have, don't you think? My office provides each of us with one and a friend suggested we make one at home too. The one I put together has a light stick, a lightweight blanket, a battery radio, and several days of non-perishable food (dried milk, bottled water, beans, tuna fish, etc.) Inexpensive, and easy to put together, but think how life saving if needed.
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