Calling it a "joke" doesn't excuse the comment, as it highlights a serious lapse in judgment. The public expects competence and clarity from the National Weathe

Calling it a "joke" doesn't excuse the comment, as it highlights a serious lapse in judgment. The public expects competence and clarity from the National Weather Service, not attempts at humor that downplay responsibility. In a room where confidence in leadership is already low, joking about not knowing hurricane season exists only reinforces perceptions of incompetence. This isn’t about being funny-it’s about being accountable and understanding the mission.