Buses were part of New Orleans evacuation planning

[DoYouEverWonder]

Here's some info from the City of New Orleans website about emergency preparedness and evacuations. So far I have seen no evidence to indicate that the Mayor did not follow these plans. As a matter of fact, everything indicates that theses plans were implemented and it was estimated that 80% of the people were evacuated prior to the storm and some of them were taken out in buses provided by the city. 80% evacuation of any area, especially New Orleans is pretty darn good.


General Evacuation Guidelines

General evacuation for disasters apply to both natural (hurricane, flood, thunderstorm, tornado) and man-made (chemical and fire). If you are told to EVACUATE you should move to a place designated by public officials.

Follow these steps:

* Stay calm.
* Take your disaster supply kit.
* Remember as you leave your house to do the following:
- Turn off lights, household gas appliances, heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems.
- Leave refrigerator/freezer on.
- Lock house.
* Only use the phone in case of an emergency, injury, or illness. If you must use the phone, keep calls brief.
* Do not listen to rumors. Turn on your radio or television for up-to-date information from public officials during an emergency.
* Use only one vehicle for your family. If you have room, assist any neighbors that may need a ride.
* Tune to Emergency Alerting System 870 AM or 101.9 FM radio stations for reports about evacuation routes, conditions, etc. Use those travel routes specified.
* Drive safely. Traffic will be heavy. Law enforcement officials along the route will help with traffic.
* If you need a ride, try to go with a neighbor, friend, or relative.
* Let others know when you leave and where you are going.
* Make arrangements for pets. Animals are not allowed in public shelters. Pet carriers are recommended along with pet supplies.

Estimated evacuation drive times* from New Orleans to:
Alexandria 16 hours
Baton Rouge 8 hours
Lafayette 8 hours
Lake Charles 16 hours
Shreveport 20 hours
Hattiesburg 8 hours
Jackson 24 hours
Meridian 16 hours
*Travel time during an evacuation is four times longer than in normal conditions.

State Emergency Alert Broadcasting System
Greater N.O. WWL 870 AM
WLMG 101.9 FM
Baton Rouge WJBO 1150 AM
WFMF 102.5 FM
Lafayette KVOL 1330 AM
KTDY 99.9 FM
Lake Charles KLCL 1470 AM
KHLA 99.5 FM
Shreveport KWKH 1130 AM
& 94.5 FM
Alexandria KZMZ 580 AM
& 96.9 FM
Monroe KNOX 540 AM
& 101.9 FM

http://www.cityofno.com/portal.aspx?portal=46&tabid=18

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City of New Orleans Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan

http://www.cityofno.com/portal.aspx?portal=46&tabid=26

D. Regional Transit Authority

* Supply transportation as needed in accordance with the current Standard Operating Procedures.

* Place special vehicles on alert to be utilized if needed.

* Position supervisors and dispatch evacuation buses.

* If warranted by scope of evacuation, implement additional service.

E. Louisiana National Guard

* Provide assistance as needed in accordance with current State guidelines.

[geomon666]

1. We already know they used buses.

Because people were dying on them because of the heat trying to evacuate.

[DoYouEverWonder]

2. Tell that to the freepers

They have convinced the majority of people that buses weren't used, even though they have no proof.

[madeline_con]

3. FREEKERS are another breed, who....

only listen to each other, or their own voices reverberating in Mom's basement...
:eyes:

[DoYouEverWonder]

4. Unfortunately, Bush has planted Freepers throughout the gov

and they have done everything they can to sabotage the rescue efforts for this disaster.