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National Weather Service office for New Orleans escapes cuts for now. Future layoffs unclear.
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Trump Administration layoffs hit NOAA, the agency that forecasts weather and hurricanes
Trump fires hundreds at NOAA, National Weather Service
NOAA layoffs raise concerns for New Orleans area emergency management
Nearly 1,000 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and National Weather Service employees were let go by the Trump administration.
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NOAA is a 'critical' agency, Louisiana's state climatologist warns as layoffs begin
Jay Grymes notes there are likely inefficiencies within NOAA that could be addressed, but cautions that weakening core weather and climate roles could pose serious risks to Louisiana.
Could the spirits that watch over New Orleans protect Mardi Gras parades from severe weather?
A powerful storm system that is expected sweep across the Southern Plains and Gulf Coast is raising concerns about the impacts on Mardi Gras celebrations. While the forecast does indicate that scattered thunderstorms will be along the Interstate 10 corridor,
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New Orleans braces for freezing temps amid Arctic blast
Fake spring is over, y'all. An Arctic blast is expected to drop temperatures below freezing this week in New Orleans metro. Why it matters: It's time to protect people, pets, pipes and plants again. The big picture: New Orleans is under a cold weather advisory overnight Wednesday with the National Weather Service.
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Freeze plan activated in New Orleans ahead of cold weather
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Officials with the City of New Orleans have announced that they are activating the city’s freeze plan ahead of predicted cold temperatures on Wednesday, Feb. 19.