Mass Layoffs Hit NOAA: Hundreds of Weather Forecasters Lose Jobs in Latest Budget Cuts
2025-02-28
The Associated Press
In a shocking move, hundreds of weather forecasters and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration employees on probationary status were let go on Thursday. Lawmakers and weather experts are speaking out against the decision, citing concerns over the impact on weather forecasting and climate research. The latest round of budget cuts has sparked outrage, with many questioning the timing and necessity of the layoffs. As the nation faces increasingly severe weather events, the loss of experienced forecasters may compromise public safety and the accuracy of weather predictions, highlighting the need for reliable climate data and weather forecasting services.