Loss of key US satellite data could send hurricane forecasting back 'decades'
Hacker NewsSunday, June 29, 2025 at 5:39:08 PM
A critical U.S. weather satellite is at risk of failing before its replacement is ready, and experts warn this could cripple hurricane forecasting accuracy—potentially rolling back progress by decades. The satellite provides essential data for tracking storms, and without it, predictions could become far less reliable, putting coastal communities in greater danger.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just a technical hiccup—it’s a looming crisis for disaster preparedness. If forecasters lose this satellite data, they’ll be flying blind during hurricane season, making it harder to warn people in harm’s way. In an era of worsening storms, that’s a step backward we can’t afford.
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