Accurate Weather Forecasting Faces Alarming Risk On Government Cuts

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses how The Weather Company, owner of The Weather Channel, has been named the most accurate weather forecaster globally. He notes skepticism about the awarding body’s credibility, but acknowledges the growing importance of reliable private weather services—especially as the National Weather Service faces cutbacks under the Trump administration. Forecast accuracy from sources like The Weather Channel and AccuWeather may become more essential than ever.