Gentlemen:
Yes, 'flood insurance' is a costly item, and mandatory if you carry a mortgage. There are some places here in NJ that you would not 'see' being in a flood area....but.
WE got hit with "Floyd" a few years back; Town of Bound Brook had 15'(+/-) of water on Main Street. I was shook at the damage to the business area, and all the possesions that were piled on the street for disposal. That only lasted a few days......how long will NOLA be under water???
As to the looting; a NO police officer said last nite some words to the effect ...I can see them stealing food & water....but $200 sneakers from Footlocker?? I lived in Newark, NJ during the famous 'riots' of the '60's, and saw pilaging firsthand.
Shooting may be a popular comment, but what 'good' may it do?? I saw a lot in Newark, the cops; the Guard; the North Ward Vigalante's; and a lot of blood. It did no good then, and I doubt if it would help any in NO.
'nough said on that....
Good point, where will the tradesmen 'live'? FEMA is sending in mobile dorms; PSE&G has 20+/- line crews en-route, hope they have a place to stay.
John
