"Washing Away" 2002 Article predicting New orleans disaster - NOLA.com: Hurricane Center

NOLA.com: Hurricane Center: "- SPECIAL REPORT from THE TIMES-PICAYUNE -


It's only a matter of time before South Louisiana takes a direct hit from a major hurricane. Billions have been spent to protect us, but we grow more vulnerable every day.

Five-Part Series
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DAY 1

DAY 2

# IN HARM'S WAY Levees, our best protection from flooding, may turn against us.
# WRITTEN OFF A new hurricane levee will protect some, but leave some coastal towns outside the walls.
# EVOLVING DANGERS - Scientists say we're more vulnerable than we thought.
# GALLERIES, GRAPHICS and more

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# THE BIG ONE A major hurricane could decimate the region, but flooding from even a moderate storm could kill thousands. It's just a matter of time.
# EVACUATION It's the best chance for survival, but it's a bumpy road, and 100,000 will be left to face the fury."