20 Years Later: Never-Before-Seen Hurricane Katrina Photos

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As the nation marks 20 years since Hurricane Katrina, we’re sharing never before seen photos that capture the storm’s devastation, resilience, and untold stories.
From the aftermath to moments of extraordinary survival and strength, these images offer a powerful look back at one of the most defining disasters in American history.
Thank you to the brave members of the Richard Family who stayed behind during this storm and shared these photos.
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1. The Brave Richard Family

Some members of the Richard Family stayed in New Orleans as Hurricane Katrina was happening
2. FEMA Trailer

Some residents who stayed through the storm had to live in FEMA trailers for at least a year
3. Destroyed Homes

4. Destroyed Homes Cont.

5. Destroyed Homes Cont.

6. Destroyed Homes Cont.

7. Destroyed Homes Cont.

8. Destroyed Homes Cont.

9. Destroyed Businesses

10. Destroyed Businesses cont.

11. High Flood Water

This photo shows you how high the flood waters were
12. High Flood Water Cont.

13. Hurricane Katrina Aftermath

14. Hurricane Katrina Aftermath

15. Individuals of New Orleans After The Storm

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