The theory that the upstream dam broke first and overwhelmed the downstream dam makes sense. I saw an engineering report reference earlier today done last year stating the dams were in critical condition and needed work immediately (as of last year).
My impression has been that the state of the dams in N O had been an issue that should have been addressed. Reading over all the comments here, one has to reflect on all the unnatural contributors that may well have played a substantial role been culpable in causing this disaster.
The levees were in poor condition and many reports had been put out recommending they be raised and other upgrading work done. As in Libya, the work was never done before Katrina hit.
Thank you, Fred, and yes, that does make sense. Let's hope this leads to the evaluation and reinforcement of critical infrastructures around the world to prevent such catastrophes from recurring.
Unfortuntately this happens all the time. Maintenance is not done because of lack of funds, corruption of officals, politics putting the money to other more visible uses, out of sight out of mind syndrome, etc. Maui fires had a similar story that all the technical reports were there that something needed to be done but were ignored for various reasons. Its like the leaky roof. Some people don't do anything until the drywall is falling off of the ceiling.
Good points, Fred. Although I’ve no doubt neglect, corruption, and funding played a role in the Maui tragedy, there is far more to that sinister story than the media is telling us:
These days I don't discount even fringe conspiracy theories since so many have come true in the past 3 years. I saw a writeup by Sasha Latropova in which a knowlegable person came forward with data suggesting the fires in Maui were too perfect, following property lines. There seems to be a coverup there and no report of what happened to hundreds of missing children who by now should have been accounted for. My wife is a firm believer in DEW and HAARP activities. Since we commoners are not privy to the latest and greatest weapons I don't doubt there are weapons out there that could have been deployed. In the same way I don't discount that Libya could simply be a natural disaster. I design small urban storm water detention facilities as part of my work and understand the problems of fluidizing of soil, under drainage needs in dams, etc, etc.
Thank you for investigating this catastrophic tragedy, Robert, and sharing options for helping the victims.
"But of course, one must ask how do two dams fail at exactly the same time?"
That is a very good—and haunting—question.
The theory that the upstream dam broke first and overwhelmed the downstream dam makes sense. I saw an engineering report reference earlier today done last year stating the dams were in critical condition and needed work immediately (as of last year).
Another Katrina disaster? It seems the issue of ordering priorities continues to plague.
Katrina was made a disaster by the squabbling of rescue factions over who was boss.
Libya seems to be a real natural disaster.
My impression has been that the state of the dams in N O had been an issue that should have been addressed. Reading over all the comments here, one has to reflect on all the unnatural contributors that may well have played a substantial role been culpable in causing this disaster.
The levees were in poor condition and many reports had been put out recommending they be raised and other upgrading work done. As in Libya, the work was never done before Katrina hit.
Thank you, Fred, and yes, that does make sense. Let's hope this leads to the evaluation and reinforcement of critical infrastructures around the world to prevent such catastrophes from recurring.
Unfortuntately this happens all the time. Maintenance is not done because of lack of funds, corruption of officals, politics putting the money to other more visible uses, out of sight out of mind syndrome, etc. Maui fires had a similar story that all the technical reports were there that something needed to be done but were ignored for various reasons. Its like the leaky roof. Some people don't do anything until the drywall is falling off of the ceiling.
Good points, Fred. Although I’ve no doubt neglect, corruption, and funding played a role in the Maui tragedy, there is far more to that sinister story than the media is telling us:
• https://www.bitchute.com/video/VoeJ3mUqGpfa/
• https://annecantstandit.substack.com/p/manifest-misery-a-symphony-in-bs
These days I don't discount even fringe conspiracy theories since so many have come true in the past 3 years. I saw a writeup by Sasha Latropova in which a knowlegable person came forward with data suggesting the fires in Maui were too perfect, following property lines. There seems to be a coverup there and no report of what happened to hundreds of missing children who by now should have been accounted for. My wife is a firm believer in DEW and HAARP activities. Since we commoners are not privy to the latest and greatest weapons I don't doubt there are weapons out there that could have been deployed. In the same way I don't discount that Libya could simply be a natural disaster. I design small urban storm water detention facilities as part of my work and understand the problems of fluidizing of soil, under drainage needs in dams, etc, etc.
It sounds like you are taking a sensible approach to evaluating the available information bolstered by your own expertise.
I haven’t had a chance to watch this yet but know Sasha discussed Maui with Catherine Austin Fitts in this video:
• https://sashalatypova.substack.com/p/catherine-austin-fitts-explains-the