Why all the attention on New Orleans?, page 1

I think if you look at the death toll (summary) by state on this page: Wikipedia (chart almost half-way down on the right) it might become more clear. Keep in mind that NOLA's deaths have not been counted because of the floods but there have been estimates anywhere from 'thousands' to 50,000 (and I've even heard more). So, while the state of Mississippi has maybe 200-300 deaths, the city of New Orleans has perhaps 100 times that or more.

And as far as I know there was no disasterous flooding anywhere else.

I'm not saying those deaths and damage aren't important, they just don't compare to the NOLA situation and that just may be the reason you're hearing much more about NOLA than the other hurricane-hit areas.

I know Biloxi was terribly damaged. I was married and lived in Biloxi for a couple years back in the dark ages. I know the beautiful old house I lived in is completely gone.

Edit: What rioting are you talking about? Have I missed something?

[edit on 8-9-2005 by Benevolent Heretic]

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