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What Can We Learn From Irene?

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On the sixth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Tropical Storm Irene devastated parts of the East Coast. We discuss the effects of the storm, and take stock of the Bay Area’s disaster preparedness.

Guests:

Michael Grynbaum, metro reporter for the New York Times

Christopher Vaccaro, spokesman for the National Weather Service

Gregory Smith, director of disaster services for the American Red Cross, Bay Area Chapter

Greg Toppo, reporter for USA Today

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