A part of Sandy that nobody thought about until recently is the impact of 'disaster tourism' that parts of New York and New Jersey are not experiencing.
The article from fox new was (surprisingly) well written and depicts the story from the angle of the people who are currently trying to repair their broken lives.
As people start sorting through the rubble that Sandy left in places, SUVs filled with disaster tourists start driving through the streets. Residents of the ravaged area are quick to pick out 'those who do not belong' because they're wearing clean clothes, and driving spotless cars.
Some redidents find it annoying or offensive. One was quoted as feeling like she was a main attraction in a zoo. Others can understand why the visitors are pouring in. "Who wouldnt want to see boats picked up and left on the streets"
Overall the sentiment is that these disaster tourists are mostly welcome as long as they are not patronizing the unfortunate or getting in the way.
Unfortunately when streets are already clogged with debris and cars, adding unnecessary cars and people to them becomes a hassle in the clean-up period.
Hopefully these disaster tourists realize the limits to their welcome, and are not taking up any resources (hotel rooms, gas, food, etc etc) that would otherwise go to relief aid
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2012/11/12/disaster-tourists-seek-firsthand-look-at-ny-storm-ravaged-neighborhoods/
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