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NOAA firings spark fears about long-term damage

Hanna Miller, a NOAA employee, was terminated during the Trump administration's downsizing efforts, alongside hundreds of others in federal agencies across the country.
Over 800 NOAA employees were reportedly fired, with Senator Maria Cantwell’s office claiming more than 800, while Senator Chris Van Hollen estimated about 650 terminations.
The firings raised concerns about NOAA's ability to manage critical services like weather forecasting and fisheries management, affecting Alaskans.
Experts warned that reduced NOAA resources may result in inadequate data and increased risks for fishing families, potentially impacting safety and economic stability.

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MPR News

Twin Cities meteorologist concerned about Trump cuts to NOAA

“I do worry about public safety,” Twin Cities meteorologist Paul Douglas told MPR News of the cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The concerns go beyond tornado warnings, he added. “It's the safety of our aviation system, shipping, agriculture.”

11 hours ago·Saint Paul, United States

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Scroll India

After US climate agency cuts, India scientists warn of monsoon, cyclone forecast risks

‘It is a direct threat to climate resilience, research and preparedness worldwide,’ a Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar-winning climate scientist said.

16 hours ago·India

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npr

NOAA firings raise concerns over agency's ability to forecast hurricanes and more

NOAA began firing employees last week as part of government-wide layoffs ordered by the Trump administration. The terminations could impact weather forecasting, which millions rely on.

19 hours ago·Washington, United States

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NEWSREP

Space Industry Faces Setback as NOAA Fires Key Staff

The recent layoffs at NOAA could delay satellite launches and disrupt space traffic management, threatening the booming US Space industry. #NOAA #TrafficManagementSystem

1 day ago

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Hawaii News Now

More rallies in Hawaii as DOGE cuts hit NOAA in the islands

The cuts are affecting agencies that track weather, including hurricanes and tsunamis.

2 days ago·Honolulu, United States

NOAA firings in Seattle include orca-saving employee of the year

Hanna Miller was a natural resource specialist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. In 2023, Miller was awarded employee of the year for NOAA Fisheries in the western United States.

2 days ago·Portland, United States

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