California Democrats Urge Reinstatement of National Weather Service Staff Amid Hurricane Season

California House Democrats are demanding the reinstatement of Weather Service staff and increased staffing at key offices in Sacramento and Hanford, citing concerns over staffing cuts that threaten public safety, especially during wildfire season. The cuts, part of broader reductions by NOAA, have led to staffing vacancies and raised alarms about less effective weather forecasting and delayed severe weather warnings, with critics warning of potential loss of life. NOAA asserts it remains committed to public safety despite reorganizations and staffing challenges.