Although the impact of Hurricane Katrina has certainly been felt in political, economic, and social terms, the impacts on and of the media have largely been ignored. This book tells the stories of the reporters, newspapers, and broadcast stations most affected by Katrina and details their struggles to cover the aftermath.

Judith Sylvester is an Associate Professor at the School of Mass Communication, Louisiana State University.

Introduction and Background of the Disasters * Covering Katrina * Here Comes Rita * Coverage Shifts from Outrage and Community Service to Watch Dog Role * Lessons Learned: How to Prepare for Covering Disaster and Living through It