Debate erupts over role job cuts played in weather forecasts ahead of deadly Texas floods

Debate erupts over role job cuts played in forecasts ahead of deadly Texas floods

Questions remain, however, about the level of coordination and communication between the National Weather Service and local officials on the night of the disaster.

Democrats Are Calling For Probe Into National Weather Service After Deadly Floods In Texas

In a letter, Schumer wondered if vacant positions at the National Weather Service led to delayed warnings.

Did US government cuts contribute to the Texas tragedy?

Following the Texas floods some Democrats have warned about the "consequences" of President Trump's cuts to the federal workforce.

Floods are getting more dangerous around the country, not just in Texas

The deadly floods in Central Texas were caused by extremely heavy rain. Climate change is causing even more rain to fall during the heaviest storms.

White House pushes back on criticism of weather service around Texas flooding

ABC News (WASHINGTON) — The White House and Republican Sen. Ted Cruz defended the National Weather Service and accused some Democrats of playing politics in the wake of devastating floods in Texas. “I think this is not a time for partisan finger-pointing and attacks,” Cruz said at a news conference with local officials in Kerr County on Monday morning. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt later began her briefing on the offensive, callin…