The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has reported massive layoffs, with approximately 800 employees terminated across its offices, including the National Weather Service. These cuts, affecting 30-40% of staff in Oregon alone, jeopardize critical weather forecasting and warnings. The agency is experiencing a wave of firings as part of broader federal workforce reductions, which has sparked protests among remaining employees who fear for their jobs. The current situation has raised alarms about the potential risks to public safety, including implications for aviation and extreme weather warnings. Critics are voicing concerns over the implications of these job cuts, describing them as detrimental to vital weather services.