Allen Media Group, owned by Byron Allen, plans to centralize its weather forecasting by moving some local meteorologists to its Atlanta studios, leading to potential layoffs at local stations. This proposal has faced significant backlash from communities who value their local meteorologists, as was seen when a petition emerged after reports of meteorologist layoffs at WTVA in Mississippi. Initially perceived as a threat to local weather coverage, the company later reversed some decisions, maintaining current staff for the moment amid viewer concerns about losing critical local weather reporting.
The bond between local meteorologists and their viewers has been illustrated by reactions to proposed layoffs, prompting petitions and even resolutions from state senators.
When an EF-3 tornado struck Amory, the forecast and warning from WTVA's Chief Meteorologist saved lives, highlighting the importance of local weather knowledge.
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