text: why is it that the rich nations are not doing what they need to do in time before catastrophy strike? why did it take long before attention could be given to dipslaced people during the cyclones in us it all comes down to having the money, and ability to be able to react in a proper fashion so that more people are not put at risk of disease and death.   its also called self preservation, how are you able to help others if youre in crisis yourself?.........