National Weather Service: Hurricane Katrina

• 2022

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This webpage focuses on regional impacts of Hurricane Katrina (August 2005) to the inland areas of southeast Mississippi, southwest Alabama, and the northwest Florida Panhandle in terms of storm surge, wind, and tornadoes. It was one of the deadliest hurricanes in U.S. history with nearly 1,400 deaths reported. This resource is related to a PPN podcast titled "Head Above Water."

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Focus Areas: Natural Disasters; Severe Weather

Keywords: Alabama; Floods; Florida; Meteorology; Mississippi; Natural Disasters; Rain; Tornadoes; Cyclonic Storms; Extreme Weather

Emergency Management Stage: Recovery

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Public Health Professionals

Format: Summary

Media Type: Website

Institutions: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

Institution Type: Federal Government

Language: English

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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