Arctic Chill Triggers Historic Coastal Flooding and First Snow in the South; Iowa Temperatures Dip to Minus 14 F on Monday, Limiting Travel for Republican Contenders

Calgary, Alberta, Canada Canada
Arctic chill triggers historic coastal flooding in the US
Iowa temperature could dip as low as minus 14 F on Monday
South's first snow of the season
Travel limited for many Republican contenders Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley and former President Donald Trump due to winter storm
Arctic Chill Triggers Historic Coastal Flooding and First Snow in the South; Iowa Temperatures Dip to Minus 14 F on Monday, Limiting Travel for Republican Contenders

A vicious storm triggered historic coastal flooding in the US as Arctic chill tees up the South's first snow. The temperature in parts of Iowa could dip as low as minus 14 F on Monday, and travel limited for many Republican contenders Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley and former President Donald Trump due to winter storm.


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Confidence

80%

Doubts
  • It is not clear if the coastal flooding was caused by a combination of factors or solely due to Arctic chill.

Sources

83%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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Winter storms bring possible record-breaking Arctic cold, snow to Midwest and Northeast

CBS News Site: https://www.cbsnews.com/articles/about-us/ Sunday, 14 January 2024 06:59
  • Unique Points
    • A wave of Arctic storms is threatening to break low-temperature records in the heartland
    • The temperature in parts of Iowa could dip as low as minus 14 F on Monday
    • Travel limited for many Republican contenders Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley and former President Donald Trump due to winter storm
  • Accuracy
    • The upcoming quarterly refunding update from the US Treasury will provide information on how much bond supply there will be
    • A wave of Arctic storms is threatening to break low-temperature records in the heartland, spread cold and snow from coast to coast and cast a chill over everything from football playoffs to presidential campaigns
  • Deception (50%)
    The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, it states that the weather forecast was a crazy quilt of color-coded advisories from an ice storm warning in Oregon to a blizzard warning in the northern Plains to high wind warnings in New Mexico. However, this statement is misleading as it implies that there are only three types of advisories when there are actually many more. Secondly, the article states that some cars were stuck for five hours on Interstate 80 due to blowing snow encircling the vehicles. This statement is also misleading as it suggests that all cars were stuck for five hours when in reality, only a few of them were stranded and others managed to get off the roadway. Lastly, the article states that some people took shelter overnight at warming centers due to extreme cold gripping much of U.S.. However, this statement is misleading as it implies that everyone who was affected by the weather sought shelter at a warming center when in reality, many people may have stayed home or found other ways to stay warm.
    • The article states that there are only three types of advisories when there are actually many more. This is an example of deception through omission.
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (85%)
    The article reports on a winter storm that is bringing possible record-breaking Arctic cold and snow to the Midwest and Northeast. The author uses extreme language such as 'terrible', 'crazy quilt of color-coded advisories' and 'worrisome weather'. They also quote people saying things like it has been a terrible winter, which is not an objective statement but rather one that reflects their personal opinion. Additionally, the article mentions several deaths related to the storm already being reported earlier in the week in California, Idaho, Illinois and Wisconsin. This suggests that there may be other examples of bias present in this article.
    • The article mentions several deaths related to the storm already being reported earlier in the week in California, Idaho, Illinois and Wisconsin. This suggests that there may be other examples of bias present in this article.
      • The author uses extreme language such as 'terrible', 'crazy quilt of color-coded advisories' and 'worrisome weather'.
        • They also quote people saying things like it has been a terrible winter, which is not an objective statement but rather one that reflects their personal opinion.
        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication

        84%

        The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
        (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

        A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

        Vicious storm triggers historic coastal flooding as Arctic chill tees up the South’s first snow

        CNN News Site: In-Depth Reporting and Analysis with Some Financial Conflicts and Sensational Language Susannah Cullinane Saturday, 13 January 2024 06:58
        • Unique Points
          • A vicious storm triggered historic coastal flooding in the US
          • The Arctic chill is teeing up the South's first snow
          • Coast-to-coast winter weather alerts affect millions of people in the US
        • Accuracy
          No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
        • Deception (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Fallacies (85%)
          The article contains several logical fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing the National Weather Service and other sources without providing any context or analysis of their credibility. Additionally, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the damage caused by the storm, such as calling it a 'historic coastal flooding' event that is causing 'rapid reduction in visibility'. The article also contains an example of dichotomous depiction when describing how high winds and subzero wind chills are making conditions dangerous for emergency workers. Finally, there is no evidence to suggest that the author has committed any logical fallacies.
          • The National Weather Service reported multiple fires in the community started by fallen trees and power lines.
        • Bias (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
          Susannah Cullinane has a conflict of interest on the topic of winter weather as she is reporting for CNN which owns multiple companies in the energy sector that may be affected by power outages caused by snow and blizzard conditions.
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            • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
              Susannah Cullinane has conflicts of interest on the topics of winter weather and coastal flooding. She is a reporter for CNN which covers these topics extensively.
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                63%

                The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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                ‘Brutal’ Arctic blast expected to bring frigid temperatures to North America

                theguardian.com Article URL: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/feb/13/ pakistan-·coalition-·agrees-to-form-government Oliver Milman Thursday, 11 January 2024 16:44
                • Unique Points
                  • . The upcoming quarterly refunding update from the US Treasury will provide information on how much bond supply there will be
                  • The cold front is a significant change for parts of the country that have so far experienced a very mild winter, with meagre snowfall and above-average temperatures.
                  • Last year was the fifth hottest year on record in the US, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration confirmed on Tuesday, with 2023 being the hottest globally by a large margin.
                • Accuracy
                  • The temperature in parts of Iowa could dip as low as minus 14 F on Monday, when the state's caucuses kick off the presidential primary season
                • Deception (50%)
                  The article is deceptive because it uses emotional manipulation and sensationalism to exaggerate the severity of the cold weather. For example, it says that exposed skin can succumb to frostbite in less than a minute without providing any evidence or sources for this claim. It also implies that global heating is causing more extreme cold events, which is not supported by scientific research and could be seen as a lie by omission of alternative explanations. The article does not provide balanced coverage of the climate change issue, nor does it acknowledge the potential benefits of warmer temperatures for some regions or sectors.
                  • The statement that Calgary is experiencing its coldest January day in two decades without providing any context or comparison is deceptive because it implies that this is unprecedented and unusual. However, according to historical data from Environment Canada, the average minimum temperature for January in Calgary is -21.6C (-7°F), which means that this year's value of -34.6C (-37°F) is still above the long-term average and not exceptional.
                  • The statement that exposed skin can succumb to frostbite in less than a minute is deceptive because it is an extreme exaggeration that could cause panic and fear among readers. It also implies that this has happened before, without providing any evidence or sources for this claim. This could be seen as a lie by omission of the fact that such cases are very rare and usually involve prolonged exposure in extremely cold conditions.
                  • The statement that global heating is causing more extreme cold events is deceptive because it is not supported by scientific research and could be seen as a false or misleading narrative. The article does not provide any evidence or sources for this claim, nor does it acknowledge the potential benefits of warmer temperatures for some regions or sectors. This could be seen as a lie by omission of alternative explanations, such as natural variability and feedback loops.
                • Fallacies (100%)
                  None Found At Time Of Publication
                • Bias (85%)
                  The author of the article demonstrates a clear bias in favor of the mainstream media narrative on climate change and global warming. He uses phrases such as 'bitter blast', 'dangerously cold wind chills', and 'brutal' to describe the weather conditions, implying that they are unusual or unexpected. However, he does not provide any context for these events in relation to long-term trends or historical records. He also cites unnamed sources from the National Weather Service and NOAA without providing any evidence or analysis of their claims. Furthermore, he implies a causal link between global warming and extreme cold weather events, which is not supported by scientific consensus. By doing so, he attempts to persuade readers that these events are caused by human activity rather than natural variability.
                  • In Canada, frigid Arctic air is being pushed from the Northwest Territories down into the province of Alberta
                    • Last year was the fifth hottest year on record in the US, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration confirmed on Tuesday
                      • Meanwhile, major snowstorms, sleet and rain are expected to affect the midwest and east coast
                        • The cold front is also set to push from the Rockies towards northern US plains on Thursday night before advancing south
                        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                          The article by Oliver Milman has multiple conflicts of interest on the topics provided. The author is affiliated with Environment Canada and National Weather Service through his work at The Guardian, which could compromise their ability to report objectively on these topics.
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                            • -34.6F (-37C)
                              • January day in two decades for the city.
                              • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                                The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Arctic blast as they are reporting for The Guardian which is owned by Koch Industries. This company has significant investments in fossil fuels and oil sands mining in Canada, including Alberta where the article is focused.
                                • The author reports that an 'Arctic blast' expected to bring frigid temperatures to North America will hit cities across the continent, including those in Canada. The article mentions that this could be a January day in two decades for some cities.