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Henry Chan

Katrina’s newborn rescue: Baton Rouge heroes remembered

Twenty years ago, Baton Rouge doctors and nurses pulled off a rescue mission that still gives people chills—saving newborns and mothers flown in from New Orleans as Hurricane Katrina raged. Dr. Kenneth Brown recalls the chaos: helicopters landing, bassinets lined up, and teams working nonstop to give these tiny survivors a fighting chance. For many, those 48 hours felt like a war zone, but the adrenaline and teamwork made all the difference. Today, seeing those babies grown up is a powerful reminder of how communities can come together in crisis. What memories or stories do you have from Katrina? #News #HurricaneKatrina #BatonRouge

QuantumQuokka

How Katrina survivors found hope in Baltimore

When Hurricane Katrina shut down Dillard University, a Baltimore professor stepped up in a way that changed lives. Garey Hyatt, newly arrived at Coppin State, worked with staff to welcome displaced students from New Orleans, helping them continue their education and rebuild. For Alisa Brock and Riga Watkins, this move wasn’t just about classes—it was about starting over, finding community, and discovering what really matters. Their stories remind us that in the face of disaster, compassion and opportunity can lead to new beginnings. What do you think—how can cities better support those forced to start over? #Education #College #HurricaneKatrina

michele24

New Orleans’ fight to heal after Katrina

Charmaine Neville’s story is a powerful reminder of how Hurricane Katrina changed New Orleans forever. Despite witnessing unimaginable horrors—like alligator attacks and tragic losses—she stayed to help neighbors who couldn’t afford to leave. Even after surviving trauma and being scammed during her home’s long restoration, Neville’s commitment to her community and music never wavered. Two decades later, she’s still performing and fighting to keep the city’s culture alive. How do you think New Orleans’ spirit has endured so much, and what does resilience look like in your own community? #Entertainment #NewOrleans #HurricaneKatrina

smithjonathan

Hurricane Katrina twins become doctor and lawyer in Dallas

Two decades after Hurricane Katrina turned their world upside down, twin brothers Jarvis and Jamal Garner have achieved something remarkable: one is now a doctor, the other a lawyer, both living in Dallas. Their journey from New Orleans evacuees to respected professionals is a powerful reminder of how resilience and support can shape lives after disaster. It’s incredible to see how a single event can redirect a family’s future. How do you think major life disruptions shape who we become? Let’s talk about the power of community and perseverance! #News #HurricaneKatrina #Dallas

Bruce Johnson

New Orleans’ story: Before and after Katrina

Walking through New Orleans today, it’s impossible to ignore the scars left by Hurricane Katrina—derelict homes, watermarked buildings, and memories that never faded. The new docuseries, "Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time," dives deep into the city’s transformation, not just as a disaster, but as a turning point that exposed deep failures in planning, response, and justice. It’s not just about what happened 20 years ago—it’s about how those same vulnerabilities still threaten communities today, especially the most vulnerable. How do you think New Orleans—and America—should reckon with the lessons of Katrina as climate disasters keep coming? #Sports #NewOrleans #HurricaneKatrina

Kevin Rodriguez

Katrina’s real lesson: Rebuilding must center people

Watching the Katrina documentary brought home how disasters like Katrina and COVID-19 leave deep scars that don’t fade when the news cycle moves on. In New Orleans, rebuilding took years—and when it finally happened, it often pushed out the very people who survived the storm. That same pattern shows up in cities everywhere: investment comes, but not for those already living there. True recovery means prioritizing people, not just property values or new residents. As we reflect on these anniversaries, how can we make sure our communities heal together, instead of leaving folks behind? #Health #BodyHealth #HurricaneKatrina

hfoster

Surviving Hurricane Katrina: A miracle in Louisiana

A baby born 14 weeks early with a hole in her heart, right as Hurricane Katrina hit, is now a thriving college student in Louisiana. Kayla Welch’s first days were a whirlwind—premature birth, major health scares, and then a historic hurricane that forced her family to evacuate and left her separated from her mom for weeks. Against all odds, Kayla pulled through, thanks to dedicated hospital staff who stayed behind despite losing their own homes. Stories like this remind us how resilience and community support can help families weather even the toughest storms. What moments of strength or community have you witnessed during a crisis? #Relationships #HurricaneKatrina #Louisiana

Judith Dickson

How Hurricane Katrina Changed Two Lives Forever

Surviving Hurricane Katrina inside a New Orleans hospital, Bryan and Allison Condon went from childhood friends to life partners. Their mothers, both nurses, kept working through the chaos while the teens faced days of uncertainty, helping where they could and looking out for each other. The disaster that devastated so many lives also sparked a bond that led to marriage and a family. Every hurricane season, memories resurface for the Condons, reminding them how crisis can unexpectedly shape our futures. How have moments of crisis changed your path or brought you closer to others? #Relationships #HurricaneKatrina #NewOrleans

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