As the hurricane season approaches, the National Weather Service (NWS) is facing significant staffing shortages due to federal budget cuts, raising serious concerns about the accuracy of weather forecasts and the safety of communities. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is scrambling to fill approximately 155 critical vacancies across its offices, which have been compromised by drastic cuts initiated in previous years. Several regional offices, including those in Kentucky and California, are struggling to provide 24/7 warnings, which could endanger lives during severe weather events. Local meteorologists and scientists express alarm over the rapid decline in resources and staffing, pointing out that these cuts could lead to less accurate forecasts and increased safety risks, especially in flood-prone areas. With the onset of the storm season and severe weather predicted, urgent action is needed to address these staffing challenges and ensure communities are adequately warned and prepared.