I never believe too much of what the media is reporting, but the hurricane coverage has been the worst. I read Canadian and American news online and watch UK television. The television coverage (ITV) was the worst. The reporting blames the highest levels for not realizing the magnitude of the tragedy earlier on (neither did the media). The focus on looting is not on the desperation of the people but on racial discrimination and profiling. The coverage of the rescue efforts have focused on the lack rather than the successes. Even when good things come out such as fundraising campaigns beginning, more resources being committed, other countries joining in, the coverage picks a small negative point and focuses on it.
Lets not be fooled by the reporting. If you can help, then do so. If you can't then hope or pray for the victims and for those providing assistance.