Thousands flee, Hurricane Laura upgraded to category 4 storm

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The storm surge scenario is reminiscent of Hurricane Katrina, which devastated New Orleans 15 years ago on August 29, 2005. Today officials in Louisiana and Texas are better prepared for a Category 4 Hurricane. But there is no way to change its direction or the impact of the storm.

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