Louis Uccellini

Louis Uccellini, former director of the U.S. National Weather Service, and Mary Glackin, a seasoned NOAA veteran, discuss the alarming impact of job cuts during the Trump administration on weather forecasting. They share personal stories highlighting how these reductions threaten community safety and public service reliability. The conversation delves into the potential privatization of weather services and the critical need for government oversight. They warn that diminished staffing could compromise timely forecasts amidst increasing climate challenges.