Budget cuts could compromise weather forecasts: MeteoSwiss director

The director of the Swiss meteorological service MeteoSwiss has warned of the consequences of government austerity measures. Investments such as the replacement of weather radars are at risk, which could lead to less accurate forecasts, Stefan Uhlenbrook told the Blick newspaper. "The 27th austerity package is hitting us hard," said Uhlenbrook, adding that there is limited scope for savings as MeteoSwiss is already run as a lean organisation. “We are automating wherever possible,” said…