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NOAA Layoffs Strike National Weather Service, Hundreds Affected

3/3/2025

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In a shocking move, NOAA has laid off probationary employees, including staff from the National Weather Service, with hundreds affected across the nation. The Norman facility's exact numbers remain uncertain, raising concerns for the National Severe Storms Laboratory and other Oklahoma weather research organizations. The wave of layoffs may extend into Friday evening, leaving many in turmoil.

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In a shocking move, NOAA has laid off probationary employees, including staff from the National Weather Service, with hundreds affected across the nation. The Norman facility's exact numbers remain uncertain, raising concerns for the National Severe Storms Laboratory and other Oklahoma weather research organizations. The wave of layoffs may extend into Friday evening, leaving many in turmoil.