MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Congressman Dusty Johnson is sounding the alarm about federal budget cuts affecting the National Weather Service and how they could impact South Dakota. Johnson told KELO Land News that the NWS plays a crucial role in tracking tornadoes, wildfires, and other severe weather which are all real concerns for the state. He warned that recent cuts to NOAA have already led to limited or canceled weather balloon launches, which are critical for accurate local forecasts. With severe weather season approaching, Johnson is urging the Trump Administration to halt further cuts and work to restore key forecasting services to help keep South Dakotans safe. For more Government stories from MitchellNow.com, Click Here.
Rep. Johnson Raises Alarm Over Weather Service Cuts in South Dakota
Congressman Dusty Johnson is raising concerns about federal budget cuts to the National Weather Service, warning that reduced funding could jeopardize South Dakota’s ability to prepare for tornadoes, wildfires, and other severe weather events. In an interview with KELO Land News, Johnson emphasized the critical role of NOAA’s forecasting tools—like weather balloons—which have already been scaled back due to funding shortfalls.
