Hazards: Hurricane Katrina Flashcards
(22 cards)
What classification did Hurricane Katrina have when it reached land in New Orleans?
Category 3
Hurricane Katrina was classified as a category 5 at its second landfall.
What were the wind speeds of Hurricane Katrina at its second landfall?
Around 200 kmph
This high wind speed contributed to the storm’s destructive power.
What was the height of the storm surges during Hurricane Katrina?
6-8m
These storm surges significantly contributed to flooding in coastal areas.
How much rainfall did Hurricane Katrina produce in vulnerable areas?
Around 10 inches
This extreme rainfall exacerbated flooding, especially in low-lying areas.
What percentage of New Orleans was submerged due to flooding?
80%
The flooding was particularly severe in areas below sea level.
How many deaths were attributed to Hurricane Katrina?
1,800 deaths
This number reflects the tragic human cost of the disaster.
How many people were left without electricity across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama?
1.3 million people
The widespread power outages hindered recovery efforts.
What was the economic cost of Hurricane Katrina?
USD$300 billion
This figure includes damages to infrastructure, businesses, and lost economic activity.
What was the impact of Hurricane Katrina on the Port of Gulfport?
Around 80% was destroyed
This had significant implications for trade and local economies.
What environmental damage occurred due to Hurricane Katrina?
Coastal wetlands and barrier islands were destroyed
This loss affected local ecosystems and wildlife.
What was a major political consequence of Hurricane Katrina’s response?
Delayed response led to many residents being stranded
This highlighted failures in disaster preparedness and response.
What was the largest evacuation in US history related to Hurricane Katrina?
1.2 million people evacuated
This unprecedented evacuation was critical for saving lives.
What financial assistance program was launched for rebuilding homes after Hurricane Katrina?
Road-home program
This program aimed to help displaced residents return and rebuild.
What was the response of FEMA to Hurricane Katrina?
FEMA was activated to coordinate disaster relief
The agency’s response was criticized and led to reforms.
Fill in the blank: The levee systems in New Orleans were outdated and not designed for a storm of _______ magnitude.
Katrina’s
This inadequacy contributed to the severity of the flooding.
True or False: The evacuation plans were adequate for all populations in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina.
False
Many vulnerable populations lacked resources to evacuate.
What was the long-term impact on New Orleans’ population after Hurricane Katrina?
Population dropped to around 50% of its original size
Recovery took years, affecting community dynamics.
What were the conditions like in the Superdome for evacuees?
Conditions were often poor
The Superdome served as a shelter but was overcrowded and unsanitary.
What was a significant environmental effort following Hurricane Katrina?
USD$4.5 billion was invested in rebuilding and improving levees
This investment aimed to protect against future storms.
What was the impact of Hurricane Katrina on oil prices?
Oil prices spiked
The disruption in production in the Gulf of Mexico contributed to this increase.
What did investigations reveal about the preparedness for Hurricane Katrina?
Plans were outdated and poorly executed
This highlighted the need for improved disaster planning.
What was the response to the racial inequalities highlighted by Hurricane Katrina?
Efforts were made to address social and racial inequalities
The disaster prompted discussions about equity in disaster response.
