CNN confirmed that this lady agreed off air to be interviewed.  CNN has been providing advice from first responders to victims about what they need to do to survive.   Yes, there are people with power & can access the internet or watch TV.  2 CNN reporters have helped rescue victims from the flooding as well.  It’s important that reporters are there because they can relay to the public what is happening on the ground & it helps responders like the dangerous situation after Katrina which was uncovered by reporters.