As the hurricane season approaches, significant budget cuts to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are raising alarms among forecasters and meteorologists. The proposed reductions threaten vital services and could lead to a severe decrease in forecasting capabilities, potentially compromising public safety during storms and other extreme weather events. Experts fear that layoffs within NOAA could adversely affect the U.S. fishing industry, climate research, and weather services, leaving communities vulnerable to natural disasters. Critics argue that such cuts, initiated during the Trump administration, could have devastating consequences on disaster preparedness and economic leadership in America.