Hurricane Katrina, which struck the United States in 2005, remains one of the deadliest and most devastating natural disasters in American history. Nearly two decades later, the lessons learned from Katrina are as relevant as ever, particularly concerning levee failures, disaster preparedness, and the growing threat of climate change. The storm resulted in over 1,800 fatalities and displaced hundreds of thousands of people, leaving an indelible mark on the affected regions, especially New Orleans.