Sadly, some people are that stupid and wait for authorities to tell them what to do.
In defense of some folks, like tourists from overseas, there was a reporter on television saying that some people hadn't even had the news on and didn't know there was a hurricane headed their way.
This is yet one more reason why it's critical that mayor step up to the plate and make a decision and dam*ed soon.
Problem has/had been that tourists, etc. have not been following the news while on holiday. Last night, there were many who simply were not aware of the storm, or the gravity of the situation.
One foreign tourist saw a news camera crew, and asked them if they were filming a movie.
I know, the mayor should call a meeting of all the trial lawyers in NO and hold it in the French Quarter, so they can be in the right spot to access the legal implications as the storm hits.....