Waiting out the storm in New Orleans, a 'different city' since Katrina
(CNN) -- Bill Coleman's business in New Orleans was looted during Hurricane Katrina. Now, Hurricane Isaac threatens to bombard the region with heavy wind and rain on Katrina's anniversary. He may have to close up shop again until the storm passes and, if necessary, power is restored.
But this father of two and grandfather of one said he is "not concerned."
"Katrina was a once-in-a-lifetime event," the owner of Coleman's Retail Store told CNN Monday, noting that forecasters aren't predicting Katrina-like catastrophic conditions for the city he's lived in his whole life.
Also, "We have a vastly improved police department," Coleman said. "A much higher level of conduct is expected. ... There have been a lot of positive changes."
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"The city was under siege" during Katrina, with a "total breakdown of society," he said.
Now, "it's just a different city."
Coleman isn't alone in his outlook and relatively relaxed state about the impending storm.
Jerry Amato feels confident that his restaurant, just a couple of blocks from the water, won't be flooded.
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