I’ve been watching a lot of CNN International and BBC World over the last few days, and I’ve seen a lot of coverage of Hurricane Katrina. I soon discovered that in times of emergency, when they suddenly have to say something for a news report, people say the darndest things.
“Hot and bothered by a shortage of water.” – A BBC reporter.
“There ain’t- There isn’t no water.” A Biloxi resident uses her fancy talk for the TV crew.
And my absolute favourite:
“New Orleans is the Venice, Italy of the world.” – New Orleans native Richard Simmons.
By the way, how’s about donating to the Red Cross?