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New Orleans' Hurricane Risk, Pt. I

When scientists consider the possibility of a major storm hitting the U.S. Gulf Coast, they say the ramifications could be devastating — especially for the city of New Orleans. If a Category 5 hurricane were to strike Louisiana, tens of thousands of lives could be lost. Hear how state and federal officials are working to prevent that scenario.

Copyright 2002 NPR

Daniel Zwerdling is a correspondent in NPR's Investigations Unit.