The Story of Waveland

This is a video about Waveland. A city hard hit by Katrina, fewer than forty houses survived Katrina. To this day, Waveland resembles a large trailer park, everything is gone. This video will break your heart. I was unable to upload it in its entirety as it was produced and the audio quality is poor in this uploaded section. It is not my video, I put it here (with permission of the producer) because people need to see it. I've been accused of "using other peoples stuff" and of "never even going to the hurricane zone". God how I wish that was true sometimes. But I was there. I promised the people that I worked with that I would tell their stories, share their pictures and that I would never let them be forgotten again. I keep my promises. Almost two years after the storm people are still suffering. Still living in aluminum cans instead of homes. We need to remember what used to be. We need to get these people home again.
Please comment, rate and forward to everyone you know! View more videos, pictures and survivor stories on my website. www.thestarthrower.com

Category:

News & Politics

Tags:

• Katrina
• Mississippi
• Waveland

[Wndyfrost]

As you know if you read the information about this video - I did not create it. But I think the story needs to be told, so it is posted here with permission. Quality suffered in the uploading, I apologize.

[Wndyfrost]

I'm sorry for your loss. The destruction and suffering are still overwhelming to me - over a year later, and I only volunteered to help. I can only imagine the grief you must be experiencing. However, I have learned that the people of Mississippi are strong. You are survivors. I believe that you will return. I will keep my website up and updated until that happens, as long as it takes.

[Closeoutracer]

Thanks for posting, I visited Waveland 4 months after Katrina. I stood dumbfounded that the US 90 bridge, made of concrete, had been blown into the sea. I am for all Wavelanders.. those who stayed and those who left, a courageous move regardless of the choice. I hope that all Wavelanders find peaceful, good lives post Katrina, God bless the Good People of Waveland...may goodness and

lovingkindness follow you all the days of your

lives.

[rachelrimmer]

I can't believe that it has been almost 3 years since Katrina hit. The house you show with sign reading "4 dead....we lost our mother, father and two brothers" they were my sister, brother in law and nephews. You can never imagine the shock, pain and sorrow we have felt since then. I just hope and pray that this type of devestation never happens again. May God bless each of you that have helped with the recovery efforts in MS

[luvmy2gals]

I come to Waveland twice a year with a group to help with rebuilding. It breaks my heart to see how many people are still dealing with this every single day, some with no end in sight. Waveland needs more help!

[e3Ronan]

I have 2 friends in Waveland. Anna and Joey! :(

[jak32106]

everyone from MS i'd like to say to all of you that you are so strong through this storm and everything i dont know what i would do if that happened to me

[imhungray]

thank you for posting this, im going to miss the old mississippi/waveland

its never going to be same down there

im going to miss it

cant believe wednesday is TWO YEARS

[blissaerosol]

This is the only video I've ever seen that did any justice to my poor town. Thank you for posting this and we're doing great!

[slb2357]

I just went down to Mississippi his past week and I worked in Waveland to fix up houses. It was the best experience of my life and I loved it. I am supporting you all from the bottom of my heart. <3

[futurewife06]

This video gave you a chance to see just how extensive the damage was in waveland, things that really touch you and make you thankful for the people and things you have!