Katrina: One Year Later

In August 2005 Hurricane Katrina became one of the costliest storms in US history. Today, with changes to codes and regulations, disputes over funding, and the sheer scope of the damage, much of the restoration has yet to begin. The video below (provided by HGTVPro.com Weekly), addresses the damage caused by the storm. Future videos will deal with cleanup, the experience of being in the devastated area today, rebuilding efforts, and the far-reaching effects of the storm. Week 1: The Damage HGTVPro.com contributor Richard Wall gives a first-hand account of the damage in the Gulf Coast region. Katrina's Damage: A Tale of Two Disasters The damage resulting from the hurricane and the subsequent flooding will leave scars for decades—maybe forever. Damaged Goods: A Breakdown of the Devastation These statistics help quantify the toll Katrina took on the Gulf Coast. More on Katrina HGTVPro.com Weekly Hurricanes: Preparedness and Recovery Disaster News Hurricane Recovery: Blog Entries From Stuart and Karen Zanger and Ed Del Grande / Articles & Features Avoiding Katrina Claims Headaches Builders Give New Orleans' Homeless a Helping Hand Clout and Casinos Boost Gulfport's Rebuilding Hurricane Leaves Building Labor Reeling Looted New Orleans Architectural Details: Another Flood Mississippi Rising: Big Plans for Rebuilding the Coast Post-Katrina: Higher Fuel Costs Tangle Logistics Web Storm Surges through Building Materials Market