Hurricane Katrina

On August 29, 2005, the Gulf Coast of the United States faced a catastrophe of unimaginable proportions. Hurricane Katrina, a Category 5 storm, slammed into the region with devastating force, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. As the levees protecting New Orleans failed, the city found itself submerged, with thousands of residents stranded on rooftops and in attics. The world watched in horror as the scenes of chaos and desperation unfolded. In the days that followed, the true scale of the disaster became apparent, revealing not only the power of nature but also the stark inequalities and systemic failures that left so many vulnerable. Hurricane Katrina would forever change the face of New Orleans and become a turning point in America's understanding of natural disasters, climate change, and social justice.

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