"James Franklin, retired National Hurricane Center branch chief, told NewsNation: 'There are going to be cases this year when certain warnings are delayed because of this.'"
The Pentagon's cancellation of a crucial weather satellite program threatens timely hurricane forecasting for millions living on the US East and Gulf Coasts. Starting June 30, 2023, three satellites that help predict storms 10-12 hours in advance will no longer be processed. Experts highlight the risk of delayed warnings, inaccurate storm models, and a shorter evacuation window, potentially putting lives at risk. Predictions for the 2025 hurricane season indicate a 70% chance of above-average activity, with 13 to 19 storms expected, further intensifying concerns over the impact of lost satellite data.
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