DanE
@danewald.bsky.social
Environmental scientist gaymer in Baltimore. Octavia Butler and Kim Stanley Robinson warned us of all this.
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“The National Weather Service is struggling to fill over 150 vacancies, and they cannot hire anyone. NBC News reported that approximately 40% of the nation’s forecast offices are facing some type of shortage.” (8/n)
“We must not forget what the “S” in NWS stands for - Service. Whether you are in a rural community or a big city, their service is unwavering when they have the appropriate resources.
No your app can’t replace them. Your app depends on their service too.”
— @drshepherd2013.bsky.social
No your app can’t replace them. Your app depends on their service too.”
— @drshepherd2013.bsky.social
St. Louis Tornadoes Highlight Weather Service’s Life-Saving Mission
Tornadoes striking densely-populated St. Louis is a reminder of why the National Weather Service is so vital even as they struggle with understaffed offices.
www.forbes.com
May 18, 2025 at 4:03 PM
“The National Weather Service is struggling to fill over 150 vacancies, and they cannot hire anyone. NBC News reported that approximately 40% of the nation’s forecast offices are facing some type of shortage.” (8/n)