KristinaBreece Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 I don't think cajunrose's thread is the place to open up this potential can of worms, but I just read an article about the spillway here. About 25,000 people and 11,000 structures could be in harm's way when the Morganza spillway is unlocked for the first time in 38 years. Gov. Bobby Jindal (JIN'-dul) is telling area residents, "that water's coming" and "now's the time to evacuate." He says shelters are ready to accept up to 4,800 evacuees. Why, if they're putting 25,000 people at risk, are they only prepared for 4,800 evacuees? It seems like they need to have a better plan in place for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 I don't think cajunrose's thread is the place to open up this potential can of worms, but I just read an article about the spillway here. Why, if they're putting 25,000 people at risk, are they only prepared for 4,800 evacuees? It seems like they need to have a better plan in place for this. Maybe because it wouldn't be possible for the government to provide for that many people? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Yikes! I'm not familiar with the region. Perhaps this is an area where more people have resources than the Katrina victims did? I know (and am grateful that) I would have plenty of options before resorting to a shelter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
athena1277 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 I wonder if they are not counting help from non-government groups like churches that may be helping the displaced residents. Just a guess.:confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWOB Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 I think the 4800 figure is actually the amount of people living in the spillway. The higher estimate refers to those expected to be affected by backwater flooding. All the rivers/bayous that normally drain into the basin will no longer be able to do so due to high water. Those will back up and flood. Honestly, I think the official number are extremely low. People are reporting cracks and leaks in the levees right now, before Morganza has even opened. God save those people if those levees are breeched. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazakaal Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Or maybe they know that the majority of people will evacuate to the homes of friends or family or go to a hotel. I know I'd rather spend the night with family that was within a few hours drive, than on the floor of a gymnasium. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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