The video discusses the long-lasting impact of Hurricane Katrina on New Orleans, highlighting the destruction and ongoing recovery efforts five years after the disaster. It focuses on the Lower 9th Ward, where residents like Gertrude LeBlanc are rebuilding their lives amidst a reduced population. The video also addresses the current challenges faced by the region, including a massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, which threatens the fragile economic recovery. The narrative underscores the community's resilience and the need for continued federal support.

What was one of the major causes of destruction in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina?

• Tornadoes

• Levee failures

• Earthquakes

• Wildfires

How does Gertrude LeBlanc feel about the safety of her neighborhood after the levees were raised?

• She feels anxious.

• She feels indifferent.

• She feels more secure.

• She feels less secure.

What is one of the ongoing efforts mentioned to protect New Orleans?

• Constructing new highways

• Expanding the airport

• Raising the levees

• Building new skyscrapers

What new catastrophe is threatening the region's economy?

• A drought

• A severe snowstorm

• A massive oil spill

• A volcanic eruption

What are locals in Larose, Louisiana, seeking from the federal government?

• New sports facilities

• More tourism

• Better education

• Increased federal support