Funding Cuts and Weather Forecasting Woes

This chapter examines the critical impact of funding cuts on weather forecasting, particularly during hurricane and tropical storm seasons. It underscores the importance of adequate staffing and technology for accurate predictions, while raising concerns about the increasing risks communities face due to deteriorating resources. The discussion reveals the emotional toll on meteorologists and critiques the government's diminishing support for scientific research, reflecting on the potential dangers posed by ineffective disaster responses.