The social care sector faces 130,000 vacancies, requiring 540,000 new care workers by 2040 due to an ageing population and chronic undervaluation of workers.
The National Weather Service (NWS) experienced severe staffing shortages due to federal workforce reductions, impeding their ability to manage critical weather forecasts during catastrophic flooding.
Public safety officials point to staffing shortages and increased city growth and traffic as key reasons for slower response times, complicating efforts to meet national averages.
Almost 4,000 campsites across California's national forests may close this summer due to staffing shortages and budget cuts, affecting accessibility and tourism.
Federal firefighters have been waiting for years for revisions to outdated job descriptions, leading to increased pressures and responsibilities, which in turn contributes to burnout.