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NOAA Slashes Workforce, Threatens Future of Weather Forecasting

4/8/2025

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NOAA is facing significant workforce reductions, slashing 11% of its staff with plans for a further 19% cut. This shake-up raises alarms about the future of weather forecasting. Although some balloon launches may become automated, the agency vows to uphold its vital Joint Polar Satellite System, essential for delivering precise weather data.

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NOAA is facing significant workforce reductions, slashing 11% of its staff with plans for a further 19% cut. This shake-up raises alarms about the future of weather forecasting. Although some balloon launches may become automated, the agency vows to uphold its vital Joint Polar Satellite System, essential for delivering precise weather data.