Los Angeles got it's first wave of refugees yesterday. I think that many will end up staying permanently in their temporary new homes.

The newspaper today listed many of the historical sites in NO and what the status was. Antoine's and Commander's Palace had major damage. Galatiore's had none (per the paper), No status on Preservation Hall. The Mint, Cafe DuMonde were without damage.

And the bartender that was mentioned above? He was a Medic in the service and is stitching people up with injuries while he is serving up warm beer!