The Associated Press reported that Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was laying off about 10% of NOAA's total workforce. Federal workers who were not let go said the layoffs included meteorologists who do crucial local forecasts in the National Weather Service (NWS) offices in the country.
The NWS issued warnings for severe weather, including strong winds and potential storms, in Tennessee and North Carolina.
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Snow continues in Middle Tennessee with up to three inches expected along the Cumberland Plateau region on Wednesday. Here's what else to know.
Strong storm system could bring punishing 40-50+ mph winds
Local fire departments and the Tennessee National Guard are fighting several wildfires in Sevier County, near Gatlinburg, as well as near Tellico Plains in Monroe County and Mountain City.
The National Weather Service said developing mountain waves along with dry air and low humidity will increase fire weather concerns across the region.
The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for east Tennessee, including Hamilton County, beginning at 1 p.m. Tuesday and remaining in place through 4 p.m. Wednesday.
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