The US faces 'devastating' losses for weather forecasts, federal workers say
Briefly

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is facing drastic reductions in staff and office space due to recent actions by the Trump administration, prompting an outcry from current and former employees. Hundreds of probationary staff members have already been laid off, constituting about 10% of the workforce. Significant lease cancellations for research facilities have raised concerns about public safety, especially in terms of weather forecasting and climate research. Employee demonstrations highlight the potential detrimental impact on the agency's critical functions amidst ongoing extreme weather events.
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