How NWS Cuts Are Impacting Your Forecast
Published on Aug 21, 2026, 12:43:07 PM
Total time: 00:21:00
Published on Aug 21, 2026, 12:43:07 PM
Total time: 00:21:00
🎙️ On this week's Weather Wise, Nick Weigand and Senior Chief Meteorologist Rusty Lord break down how cuts to the National Weather Service are affecting forecast accuracy.
🎈 Weather balloon launches — critical for accurate forecasting — have been reduced and rescheduled at offices across the country, shortening lead time for severe weather.
🌊 Plus: a look back at the flash flooding and water rescues in Lincoln from heavy rain earlier this week.
🤖 And a glimpse into the future: how AI-powered models could revolutionize forecasting in the years ahead.
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A weekly discussion with Digital Anchor Nick Weig and a member of the First Alert 6 Weather Team about recent weather events and future impacts here in the Midwest and beyond.