How did people react to Hurricane Katrina?
People around the world watched television newscasts in horror as Hurricane Katrina battered the Gulf Coast of the United States. President Bush had already declared states of emergency in the region. Local officials continued to urge residents to evacuate to higher ground. Safety and rescue workers, such as the police and firefighters, helped those in need. Crews worked day and night to try to stop the flooding in cities along the coast.
People around the world watched television newscasts in horror as Hurricane Katrina battered the Gulf Coast of the United States. President Bush had already declared states of emergency in the region. Local officials continued to urge residents to evacuate to higher ground. Safety and rescue workers, such as the police and firefighters, helped those in need. Crews worked day and night to try to stop the flooding in cities along the coast.