Economic toll from Sandy topples growth hopes
The storm costs reach about 20 billion dollars in property damage and 10 to 30 billion in lost business, with short term GDP impact seen in the October-December quarter. Rebuilding may lift activity later, while NYC and Northeast disruption weighs on travel, fuel demand, and retailers.
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Climate scientists connect Sandy to warming trends in New York
Scientists say climate change raises sea levels and fuels hurricanes, contributing to Sandy's impact while cautioning that a single storm cannot be definitively linked to global warming. They note earlier trends like rising seas, warmer Atlantic waters, and longer hurricane seasons.
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After Sandy air travel reshapes airport response
After Hurricane Sandy, more than 16 000 flight cancellations occurred yet airports were calm as travelers stayed with friends or at hotels. Airlines canceled early to protect crews and equipment, moved planes away from the storm path, and adjusted schedules to avoid three hour plus delays amid new regulatory fines.
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