Nearly half of the National Weather Service offices face a 20% vacancy rate due to past job cuts, worsening response capabilities during severe weather threats, including tornadoes and floods. Experts ...

"It's a crisis situation," said Brad Coleman ... that we will inevitably lose lives as a result of the added risk due to this ...

On the heels of Severe Weather Awareness Week in Minnesota, a new report is shedding light on staffing concerns at the National Weather Service.

A new AP investigation reveals that nearly half of National Weather Service offices are facing critical staffing shortages, ...

The National Weather Service (NWS) is facing significant challenges as staff reductions of 20% to 40% are impacting its ability to provide accurate and timely forecasts, particularly in rural areas.

The National Weather Service's Omaha office pictured on March 28, 2025. Weather balloon launches were suspended at the office due to a staffing crisis. The Omaha office’s website shows six vacant ...

"It's a crisis situation," said Brad Coleman ... lives as a result of the added risk due to this short-staffing."Former National Weather Service chief Louis Uccellini said if the numbers are ...

Mike Flood is seeking answers about the National Weather Service's reported staffing challenges in Nebraska. Last week, officials said in a release that the National Weather Service is suspending ...

55 of 122 National Weather Service field offices now have vacancy rates over 20%, according to data obtained by AP Staffing shortages ... have created a crisis that threatens public safety ...