Summary
Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast on August 29, 2005, causing major destruction, particularly in New Orleans. Two decades later, while much of the city has been rebuilt, certain areas, especially the Lower 9th Ward, continue to struggle with recovery. A video reflects on the lasting impact of the storm on the city's residents.
Key Facts
- Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast of the United States on August 29, 2005.
- The storm caused extensive flooding in New Orleans by breaking levees, which are barriers built to prevent water from flooding the land.
- About 80% of New Orleans was flooded, leading to hundreds of deaths and thousands of people being trapped.
- Twenty years after the hurricane, New Orleans has not fully recovered in terms of population.
- Many homes in New Orleans have been rebuilt and elevated to prepare for future hurricanes.
- The Lower 9th Ward, a historically Black neighborhood, has faced significant challenges in regaining residents and homes.
- The article's author is from New Orleans and frequently returns to report on recovery progress.
- The video shares stories from New Orleanians about how Hurricane Katrina continues to affect their lives.