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Storm forecasts have never been more accurate. Meteorologists have never faced so much pushback.

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Forecasts for Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene were highly accurate.

But meteorologists say they've faced unprecedented skepticism and vitriol.

Some blame political tension ahead of the election, while others point to climate denial.

Forecasters feel like they can save everyone. They take it personally, a social scientist says.

The timing of two intense storms in the lead-up to the election may have set some people off.

Chris Gloninger left as chief meteorologist at KCCI in Des Moines , Iowa , in June 2023 following death threats over climate change coverage.

Humans cannot control weather systems as large as hurricanes, but there have been efforts to modify the weather in a very limited way.

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