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An image showing Earth from space with the US Department of Defense logo. Text states the DoD has stopped providing satellite weather data, ending public access to hurricane-tracking tools.
A satellite weather map with the Navy's Fleet Numerical Meteorology and Oceanography Center logo. Text explains the DoD has shared atmospheric and ocean data for over 40 years for hurricane tracking.
A NOAA logo against a rainy background. Text states NOAA will stop processing SSMIS data, ending public access to key hurricane-tracking tools.
A satellite in orbit above Earth, showing a large cloud formation. Text explains SSMIS data from military satellites is crucial for accurate hurricane prediction models.
Multiple colorful open umbrellas. Text warns that gaps in satellite data could significantly weaken forecast accuracy during hurricane season.
A flooded landscape with palm trees and caution tape. Text highlights that SSMIS provides nearly half of all microwave observations, and without it, forecasters may miss fast-developing storms.
A US Space Force logo against a rainy background. Text states the Space Force will continue to use DMSP data internally, despite ending public access for scientists.
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This is not making America great again‼️😳

2025/7/2 Edited to

... Read moreThe decision by the Department of Defense to cease providing data affecting hurricane-tracking tools has raised significant concerns among meteorologists and scientists. The Special Sensor Microwave Imager Sounder (SSMIS), integral for accurate forecasting, has been a key resource for identifying and tracking tropical systems. Its loss risks the accuracy of models that forecasters depend on during hurricanes. Notably, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has pointed out that models are sensitive to input changes, suggesting that diminished satellite data could produce major forecasting errors. In hurricane seasons, especially with storms swiftly intensifying overnight, the precision of such predictions is critical for public safety. Furthermore, the U.S. Space Force has stated it will continue to operate certain tools, yet the public will no longer have direct access to crucial data, which could hinder transparency and collaboration. Stakeholders emphasize the need for robust forecasting tools to mitigate the impacts of natural disasters. With a reliance on various satellite technologies for environmental data collection, understanding the implications of this policy shift is paramount. Scientists worry that without adequate data, significant storm events could bypass detection, thus heightening risks to communities nationwide. The call for reinstating public access to these essential tools is growing louder as the stakes for accurate storm forecasting continue to rise.