Deadly 2011 tornado that struck Joplin, Missouri, referenced as an example of why weather forecasting and warning systems are vital governmental functions.
"It's also doubly cruel that this is happening right as spring/severe weather season is ramping up. Cutting an already understaffed agency that is supposed to help convey the dangers of natural disasters the public is going to get people killed. I hate that it's come to this, but maybe another Katrin"