Amtrak tried to help Evacuate NO, was told no thank you

[Anonymous]

"If you can't beat 'em, join 'em"?

[dmcclendon]

3. The people you can depend upon after a calamity (in order) are yourself, your family, your neighbors, local government, and finally the US. Basically, you should expect to be on your own and keep a box with supplies for several weeks

I agree with this poster. We can blame everybody else but you better start pointing at yourself first. I had a teacher that had a saying "when you point your finger at someone you always have three fingers (not including the thumb) at yourself".

I believe every community (big or small) should review their Disaster plans. Use all your resources. I'm glad to see Amtrack tried to help. There are alot of good people trying to help. Let's stop gripping and pull up our sleeves and do what we can to help.