Jacob Widanski
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Jacob Widanski
@widanskiwx
OU B.S. Meteorology ‘25, M.S. Atmospheric Science ‘27 // Graduate Research Assistant @CIWRO_
Norman, OK / Cincinnati, OH Katılım Ocak 2019
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Jacob Widanski retweetledi
Key messages update for the outbreak of intense tornadoes expected today into tonight.
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This graphic shows just how large of an area is impacted by the threats from this storm. Fire weather and severe weather outlooks both displayed.
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11:56am CDT #SPC Day1 #FireWX Extremely Critical: portions of the southern plains spc.noaa.gov/products/fire_…
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This is only the 3rd time since at least 2006 (when we can easily query our records), and likely only the 3rd time in SPC history based on available data, that a High Risk has been issued on Day 2.
The 2 previous times were:
4/14/2012
4/7/2006
NWS Storm Prediction Center@NWSSPC
12:32pm CDT #SPC Day2 Outlook High Risk: in central/southern parts of MS/AL spc.noaa.gov/products/outlo…
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Probationary employees across @NOAA and the @NWS are being terminated today, including those in mission-essential roles.
My own wife is among them, essential to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center's 24/7 critical mission of seismic monitoring and tsunami prediction to protect the public.
Remember, most of the NWS is understaffed as it is. While there surely is waste to be found, this is not where to look. Indeed, this is not "looking." This is a blind swing of a sword.
Dr. Levi Cowan@TropicalTidbits
I never publicly comment on political matters because they are usually irrelevant to my work of providing hurricane data and forecasts to people in my personal capacity. Today though, it is highly relevant, and as a member of the meteorological community, I am angry. Planned or ongoing bulk workforce cuts would irreparably harm the National Weather Service, NOAA, and their scientists who save innumerable lives by warning people in advance of tornadoes, hurricanes, wildfires, tsunamis, blizzards, and other life-threatening hazards. Many of you reading this may knowingly or unknowingly be alive today because of their work, or know someone who is. As a direct consequence of wounding the NWS and NOAA, the public would be less safe. My personal mission to bring hurricane science, data, and forecasts to the public would not be possible without the weather observations, doppler radar stations, computer models, hurricane hunter aircraft, and weather satellites provided by NOAA and the NWS. Your favorite weather apps, TV meteorologists, and private weather companies would also be unable to function without this data or the civil servants who live and breathe it to synthesize it into public safety information. All of these benefits cost each taxpayer the equivalent of a few cups of coffee per year, and surveys show most would be willing to pay much more. The American weather enterprise saves many, many times more money than it costs to run, making it one of the biggest bangs for your buck in the government. The impact of quality weather forecasts and infrastructure on society is multiplied many-fold by preventing economic disruptions, keeping public transportation efficient, and providing lead time to prepare for and mitigate disasters. Most importantly, it saves priceless lives. Careful, long-term plans to streamline or reorient the weather enterprise in an evolving world are not bad, but *this plan* is insane. A feverish rush to take a cleaver to this workforce is self-destructive and dangerous to Americans who rely on the services they provide. It also cuts off the legs of young, passionate scientists who represent the future of meteorology in the new age of AI and other emerging technologies -- the very people we need in the field right now. As a part of this community since the age of 8 when I began analyzing hurricanes with dial-up internet, I am heartbroken and concerned by what appears to be planned or already in motion. It also directly impacts my friends and family. I cannot be silent, despite knowing I do myself no favors by speaking out. I ask you to join me in advocating for @NWS and @NOAA if you value their work or the work that I am able to do because of them. There are many ways to make your voice heard. That's all for now, thanks for reading.
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So fortunate to have had the ability to work for the NWS. Thank you to everyone at SGF and beyond who helped me along the way. The photo below is of me with the first AFD I ever wrote on my own. I will cherish this experience forever.
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Hail Cam X Meteorology Besties! Thank you @MesonetMan for speaking at our first General OWL Meeting of the semester! 🌨️
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Oficialmente Dr. Trujillo-Falcón 👨🏽🎓
¡Que Viva Perú! 🇵🇪
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