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[Michael.Dillon () btradianz com]

> It also mentions the power shortage, and that they are using diesel
> generated power.

> I think if nothing else, this is at least a success story of building a
> NOC which can provide critical infrastructure that will survive major
> disasters.

We know from the Mississippi river floods from a few 
years ago, that diesel generators are not sufficient 
in a major flood. The problem is that the diesel gets
burned up before the roads are opened to resupply the
fuel. It is too early to tell whether these guys can
survive a major disaster. 

There is also the problem of water borne diseases,
mosquitoes, and shift changes. The problems in
New Orleans are just beginning.

--Michael Dillon