Schumer warns of major weather service cuts impacting Upstate New York
U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer is demanding answers from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) after sweeping federal job cuts have begun disrupting storm tracking and emergency preparedness across Upstate New York.
Cuts to National Weather Service Leave Forecasters Reeling
Lives are being put in danger,” one meteorologist warned, as some experts feared the cuts will harm public safety.
Weather forecasting agency NOAA to cut another 1,000 workers, reports say
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is preparing to lose another 1,000 workers due to layoffs, according to multiple reports.
Weather officials warn additional NOAA job cuts could put "communities in harm's way"
One of the agency's partners, the American Meteorological Society, warned separately that "the consequences to the American people will be large and wide-ranging, including increased vulnerability to hazardous weather.
NOAA to layoff 1,000 more workers at already depleted weather agency: ‘There’s going to be pain and a lot of it’
NOAA to layoff 1,000 more workers at already depleted weather agency: ‘There’s going to be pain and a lot of it’ - A former NOAA official says another round of ‘malicious’ layoffs will affect more than 1,
NOAA and National Weather Service job cuts raise concerns about forecasts
A hurricane modeling specialist fired from the National Weather Service said progress on forecast accuracy may "go backwards" if job cuts continue.
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Schumer blasts ‘unplanned mass layoffs’ at National Weather Service, says cuts may ‘harm emergency preparedness’
The impact of “sudden, unplanned mass layoffs” at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAH) may “harm emergency preparedness” and threaten the safety of New Yorkers, U.S. Sen. Chuck ...
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National Weather Service suspends ‘vital’ NY weather monitoring after Trump’s staffing cuts
The agency recently halted a weather balloon launch in Albany, which forecasters relied on for up-to-date weather data. Experts say that could put New Yorkers at risk during the next storm.
National Weather Service grounds balloons in N.Y. and Maine due to short staffing
The National Weather Service is temporarily grounding weather balloons in New York and Maine due to staffing shortages. These ...
New York Wildfire Update: Maps, Tracker Show Counties Under Threat
A state of emergency was declared by New York Governor Kathy Hochul, and around 100 fire companies were reportedly deployed.
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NYC will get warmer — and wetter — this week, weather forecast says
A storm Wednesday could bring an inch of rain and wind gusts to the region, according to the National Weather Service.
Why A New Weather App Is Causing Such A Buzz
Weather Apps are a staple of life these days. Over the years, I have written several commentaries on the pros and cons of ...
‘Abruptly warmer’ weather in store this week for Upstate NY
A cold front steals the show midweek, dropping high temperatures into the 40s on Wednesday and bringing the chances for light ...
Gov. Hochul declares the week of March 9, as Flood Safety Week amid rising flood risks
The initiative, in collaboration with the National Weather Service, aims to educate residents about the dangers of flooding ...
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Weather Alert: Heavy Rains Could Flood Parts of Central New York
A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for Cayuga, Chenango, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, and Otsego County.