Where the fuck was FEMA? (Deserves it's own thread)
 

Some people have been spouting off about how hard it is to manage relief efforts after a hurricane. I just wanted to make sure they realize that this shit was in motion BEFORE the storm even hit.

Dated August 28th - "On Saturday, President Bush has declared an emergency for the states of Louisiana and Mississippi opening up FEMA?s ability to move into the state and assist the state and local governments with mobilizing resources and preparations to save lives and property from the impact of Hurricane Katrina. FEMA is moving supplies of generators, water, ice and food into the region for immediate deployment once the storm passes. FEMA?s Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) and Disaster Medical Assistance Teams (DMATs) are also staged for immediate response anywhere in the region. The funding and direct federal assistance will assist law enforcement with evacuations, establishing shelters and other emergency protective measures. "

Immediate deployment once the storm passes? Immediate response? Assisting law enforcement? Did anyone see any of this in action?

http://bbsnews.net/article.php/20050828205806593