it was worse because of the layout of the city, under sea level surrounded by a river and a lake, and becuase of the general lack of planning and appropriate action. They knew it was coming and they should have had the city evacuated and maybe even fortified for the storm and yet they did nothing. The rich poeple got out because they are generaly smarter than all the poverty ridden people. I know that isnt exactly politicaly correct but it is the truth. People still dont want to leave even though they are in flooded homes swimming in e-coli and oil filled water. how smart is that. Let them die off, then the collective iq of this country will go up. As for those that were unfortunate enough to not be able to get out and want help, we should do all we can to help our fellow citizens in this great time of need. Florida has dealt with a lot of hurricaines and knows what to do. People get out when they know one is coming or they prepair for it.
