
Hurricane Katrina coverage
Hurricane Katrina coverage highlighted the storm's devastating impact on New Orleans and surrounding areas, emphasizing the destruction caused by the storm's high winds and storm surge. Reports focused on flooded neighborhoods, overwhelmed emergency response, and the human suffering involved. Media also examined the government’s preparedness and response shortcomings, highlighting issues like inadequate evacuation plans and delayed aid. The coverage raised awareness of disaster vulnerabilities, social inequalities, and the importance of effective disaster management, shaping public understanding of the storm’s wide-ranging consequences.