Grade 2 of 5: Major Abuse of Power
DOGE Guts National Weather Service: 30 Offices Lose Lead Meteorologists Ahead of Hurricane Season
The National Weather Service lost roughly 550 to 600 staff, including meteorologists and storm modelers, through probationary firings and early retirements, leaving 30 forecast offices without lead meteorologists. The NWS Goodland, Kansas office became the first to abandon 24/7 operations. Five former NWS directors warned the cuts endanger lives heading into tornado and hurricane season.