Layoffs at Noaa to Put American Lives at Risk
Scientists warn that Trump administration's firing of hundreds of workers at NOAA will put lives at risk and stifle crucial climate research.The layoffs at the agency, which provides critical information on weather emergencies, include scientists working on data for forecasts among those fired.NOAA's work spans climate modeling, radar system maintenance, and more.In addition to everyday forecasting, NOAA provides crucial information to help Americans survive weather emergencies.The cuts come at a time when scientists say climate change is increasing the intensity and frequency of hurricanes, tornadoes, flooding, and wildfires.
- The Trump administration's assault on the federal bureaucracy may be inadvertently putting people's lives at risk by cutting critical workers who are essential for emergency response efforts.
- How will the long-term consequences of this move impact the nation's preparedness for extreme weather events and its ability to adapt to climate change?