Apple News Today Hurricane forecasting improved after Katrina. That could change.
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Aug 29, 2025 Reflecting on Hurricane Katrina's 20th anniversary, the discussion highlights improvements in hurricane forecasting, juxtaposed with current risks. The political landscape reveals Trump's assertive use of executive power and its ramifications. Notably, a judge orders the closure of a controversial Florida detention center, with key insights from the Miccosukee tribe on environmental concerns. Survivor accounts emphasize the lasting impact of the disaster and the ongoing struggles within affected communities.
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Personal Loss And Escape Stories
- A survivor described losing his wife and holding her hand as she told him to care for the kids and grandkids.
- Another survivor described swimming two and a half miles through chest-high water to reach family safety.
Superdome Humanitarian Failures
- Thousands sheltered in the Superdome faced limited water, power loss, and poor sanitation while waiting for aid.
- Survivors called the experience horrible and compared it to a nightmare for children and families.
Forecasting Progress Saved Billions
- Investments after Katrina improved hurricane forecasting and saved lives and money.
- A 2024 study estimates forecast improvements save about $2 billion per hurricane.
