Seven weeks after the first case of COVID-19 was

confirmed in the U.S., the spread of the virus

that causes the disease has done widespread

damage to critical economic sectors in the

country. Airlines are cutting capacity, people are

working from home, major public events that

raise millions of dollars for local communities

have been canceled, including this year’s St.

Patrick’s Day parade in Boston. Bellow, a running

tally of the effects of the coronavirus on people,

businesses, and the economy.

TURBULENCE IN THE AIR

Europe’s airports say they expect 187 million

fewer passengers this year due to the virus

outbreak, which is “turning into a shock of

unprecedented proportions for our industry.”

The ACI Europe, which represents the sector,

estimated that the outbreak will mean a 13.5%

ECONOMIC TOLL

OF VIRUS GOES

GLOBAL AND HITS

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