Trump Cuts to Weather Data Could Make Forecasts Less Reliable, Warn Experts The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has been at the forefront of weather forecasting for decades, providing critical data that helps predict extreme events like hurricanes and heatwaves.
A 40% cut in funding, however, threatens this expertise. This is not a partisan issue; it's about public safety and national security.
The recent spate of extreme weather events underscores the need for accurate forecasting.