Hurricane Betsy Scandal

Hurricane Betsy Scandal

Was Betsy a natural disaster or a man-made failure?

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Learn how Hurricane Betsy transformed from a powerful storm into a devastating urban catastrophe for New Orleans. Discover how failed levees, man-made canals, and political decisions turned flooding into a prolonged humanitarian crisis. Also explore how race, policy, and denial shaped the aftermath, leaving lasting scars on communities long after the waters receded.

Ep 1:

Betsy Awakens: Florida's Fury

As Hurricane Betsy roars through Florida with 100+ mph winds and bizarre flooding, she regroups over the Gulf, setting her deadly sights on Louisiana and New Orleans.

Ep 2:

New Orleans Drowns

Betsy slams Louisiana with record winds and surge, plunging New Orleans underwater as failing levees and pumps reveal how human engineering turned a storm into catastrophe.

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Discussions (11)

Miller

Level 8 · 7 mo ago

Fish on the street is basically a free aquarium

Luther

Level 10 · 7 mo ago

The dynamite theory is just folklore describing state violence. You don't need explosives to drown the poor when you have the MR GO and systemic neglect.

Albert

Level 9 · 7 mo ago

Fish swimming down Collins Avenue? That sounds like the Sharknado prequel nobody asked for.

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