People were told to EVACUATE, even in Tampa and the west coast of Florida, where it didn't hit too hard. Yes, they told New Orleans to evacuate. So, whoever stayed had to face the consequences, POINT BLANK. As for those of you talking shit about the Military, have you ever served???? Do you know what it takes to mobilize units, or even onesies and twosies? I will defend my Military brothers until the end. Have any of you running your mouths donated? Have I? Yes, I have. I would love to go down there and lend a hand too, have any of you even thought of volunteering to assist? You cannot put all this on "Our Government." When something as catastrophic as this occurs it is our duty as either citizens or soldiers to lend any help we can. Before all of you start talking about our governments short comings on this or any matter, ask yourselves: What have I done to rectify, resolve or lend a helping hand on this subject? I am sick and tired of people who just have negativity without solutions. Do something about it! Just a Veteran Soldiers point of view.