Vox Populi:

Experts having been warning for months that drastic and sudden cuts at the National Weather Service by Trump could impair their forecasting ability and endanger lives during the storm season. Here, for example, is what the science reporter for PBS said in February.

Amna Nawaz:

Hundreds of staff have been laid off at NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. That includes employees of the National Weather Service. That’s behind forecasts and severe weather alerts across the country. It also provides crucial data for scientists and meteorologists.

To help us understand the potential impact, we’re joined now by science correspondent Miles O’Brien.

Miles, it’s always great to see you.

I have to say, the National Weather Service, it’s one of those things we almost take for granted. And there are other weather services out there. So why is this one so important?

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