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These meteorologists spent years at the NWS in Texas. Here’s what they think of staffing issues.
For years, employees say, they've had to do more with less. But the ability to fill in the gaps became strained to the ...
Fate of dozens remains unknown in Texas flooding: 'Don't know how many were lost'
A large percentage of people still unaccounted for were probably visiting the area, Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly said.
NWS expands Texas flood watch to include San Antonio
The flood warning is in effect until Tuesday, July 15, at 7 a.m. for the Frio River. NWS said that major flooding is forecast ...
After Texas flood, elected leaders say cuts to FEMA, NOAA can affect weather response
President Donald Trump has indicated wanting to phase out FEMA and have emergency responses be handled by states. Though the ...
Staffing Cuts at NWS and the Tragic Flooding in Texas
Q: Is it true that if President Donald Trump hadn’t defunded the National Weather Service, the death toll in the Texas ...
NWS issues flood watch for Central Texas areas hit by July 4 floods. See map of counties
Parts of Central Texas are under yet another flood watch this weekend. The impacted areas are the same as those hit by the ...
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EXPLAINER | How the NWS monitors flash flooding risks to prevent weather-related tragedies
While we may be getting a break from the rain, the stormy weather will return. Over the last few days, we've seen areas ...
NWS union says Central Texas office was prepared, but understaffed offices may not be
Deadly flood in Texas sparks a debate over whether recent cuts and staffing shortages led to a greater loss of life.
Chicago-area officials are bracing as summer storms roll in following Texas tragedy and weather service budget cuts
The Chicago area has felt less of an impact from the Trump administration’s National Weather Service cuts than offices in the ...