FYI: U.S. Citizens displaced by natural disasters are NOT "Refugees"

"Refugees are a subgroup of the broader category of displaced persons. They are distinguished from economic migrants who have left their country of origin for economic reasons, and from internally displaced persons who have not crossed an international border. Environmental refugees (people displaced because of environmental problems such as drought) are not included in the definition of 'refugee' under international law. Strictly speaking: a refugee is someone who seeks refuge out of fear of other people as opposed to any other motivational cause."

The term is being thrown a lot, like on CNN etc. So, as you look for ways to help, be on guard to remind people & the media - U.S. Citizens have been impacted by Katrina, there are no refugees, only neighbors in need.