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Originally posted by Tom Earp
Comparing the News Media getting on site faster is like comparing a pea in a box car when it comes to Mobilization of any kind of releif action whether it be the National Guard, Churches, FEMA or any other part of the Federal Govt..
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Only partially true.
They had to drive in on the same roads and the news organizations aren't anywhere near as big or well equipped as the military -- or almost any level of government.
It is important for response to be coordinated -- but it is just as important that the response is timely.
Sometimes, to use the new buzz word, it's important to get the boots on the ground quickly and then organize.
It simply can't take several days to load trucks with MRE's, water and ice while people are dying.