Airports paralyzed on the American East Coast: what should French passengers do?

The snowstorm hitting the northeastern United States is causing massive flight cancellations to New York, Boston, and Philadelphia. Rights, refunds, accommodation: the steps to take.

23 Feb, 16:00 — 23 Feb, 17:09

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Why this matters

A major snowstorm on the American East Coast is significant due to its potential to disrupt travel for millions, particularly impacting international passengers and causing economic losses. Such events often lead to widespread flight cancellations, ground transportation issues, and pose safety concerns for residents and travelers alike. Understanding passenger rights and local restrictions becomes crucial for those affected.

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Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 2 sources cover this story

Both outlets report on a severe snowstorm paralyzing airports on the American East Coast, leading to massive flight cancellations. While La Repubblica focuses on the broad impact across the region with specific numbers, Le Figaro specifically addresses French passengers, offering advice on their rights and actions.

Coverage matrix

	le-figaro	la-repubblica
Advice and information regarding passenger rights, refunds, and accommodation.
Specific number of flights canceled in New York airports.
Specific geographic extent of the storm's paralysis (Maine to New Jersey) and a ban on private car use.

Covered Divergent Not mentioned

What sources agree on

A snowstorm is impacting the northeastern United States.
Massive flight cancellations are occurring due to the storm.
Airports in New York are significantly affected by the disruptions.

Where they diverge

The primary focus and target audience of the coverage

le-figaro

This outlet focuses on providing practical advice and information for French passengers affected by the storm.

la-repubblica

This outlet provides a broader overview of the storm's impact, including flight cancellations and general paralysis across the region.

Key claims2 agreed · 3 unverified

✓

A snowstorm is hitting the northeastern United States.

agreed·le-figarola-repubblica

✓

Massive flight cancellations are occurring towards New York, Boston, and Philadelphia.

agreed·le-figarola-repubblica

3000 flights have been canceled in New York airports alone.

unverified·la-repubblica

Coverage gaps

Advice and information regarding passenger rights, refunds, and accommodation.

Reportedle-figaro

Missingla-repubblica

Specific number of flights canceled in New York airports.

Reportedla-repubblica

Missingle-figaro

Specific geographic extent of the storm's paralysis (Maine to New Jersey) and a ban on private car use.

Reportedla-repubblica

Missingle-figaro

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How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

la-repubblica

Usa, la costa est sotto una tempesta di neve. Voli bloccati e gente chiusa in casa

Center

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Right-leaning

le-figaro

Aéroports paralysés sur la côte Est américaine : que doivent faire les passagers français ?

Key entities

United States East CoastRegion affected by the snowstorm and flight paralysis New YorkMajor city and airport hub experiencing massive flight cancellations BostonCity affected by flight cancellations PhiladelphiaCity affected by flight cancellations MaineNorthern extent of the storm's paralysis New JerseySouthern extent of the storm's paralysis

Coverage Timeline

First report: la-repubblica · 23 Feb, 16:00|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 1h|Window: 1h

Left-leaningCenterRight-leaning

la-repubblica23 Feb, 16:00First to report

Usa, la costa est sotto una tempesta di neve. Voli bloccati e gente chiusa in casa

1h later

le-figaro23 Feb, 17:09Latest update

Aéroports paralysés sur la côte Est américaine : que doivent faire les passagers français ?

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le-figaro3h ago

Aéroports paralysés sur la côte Est américaine : que doivent faire les passagers français ?

La tempête de neige qui frappe le nord-est des États-Unis provoque des annulations massives de vols vers New York, Boston et Philadelphie. Droits, remboursements, hébergement : les réflexes à adopter si votre départ est compromis.

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la-repubblica4h ago

Usa, la costa est sotto una tempesta di neve. Voli bloccati e gente chiusa in casa

Nei soli aeroporti di New York già tremila i voli cancellati, vietato l’uso delle auto private. Il ciclone sta paralizzando il Paese dal Maine fino al New Jersey

By repubblicawww@repubblica.it (Redazione Repubblica.it)

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Airports paralyzed on the American East Coast: what should French passengers do?

Why this matters

Perspective Analysis

Coverage matrix

What sources agree on

Where they diverge

Key claims2 agreed · 3 unverified

Coverage gaps

Perspective Analysis

How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

Usa, la costa est sotto una tempesta di neve. Voli bloccati e gente chiusa in casa

Center

Right-leaning

Aéroports paralysés sur la côte Est américaine : que doivent faire les passagers français ?

Key entities

Coverage Timeline

Usa, la costa est sotto una tempesta di neve. Voli bloccati e gente chiusa in casa

Aéroports paralysés sur la côte Est américaine : que doivent faire les passagers français ?

Read at source (2 outlets)

Aéroports paralysés sur la côte Est américaine : que doivent faire les passagers français ?

Usa, la costa est sotto una tempesta di neve. Voli bloccati e gente chiusa in casa

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What sources agree on

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Key claims2 agreed · 3 unverified

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