Professional Experience

I joined the WINK News team in July 2020 and I previously served as the Weekend Meteorologist at WTVM in Columbus, GA.

News Philosophy

To be the calm voice during active weather, especially a hurricane threat.

Hobbies, Interest & Community Involvement

One of my favorite hobbies is health and fitness. I really enjoy working out and exercising, and the weather here makes for great running & biking. I also love football, especially my New Orleans Saints.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Atmospheric Science, Mississippi State University.

Memorable Assignments

In 2017, I intercepted Hurricane Irma in a parking garage on 5th Avenue in Naples. I covered the storm from start to finish, taking wind & pressure measurements, along with posting pictures and videos to social media which ended up on The Weather Channel, Fox News, and ESPN.

Interesting Fact

I chase hurricanes. Between growing up in New Orleans, and the hurricanes I have intercepted on my own, I've been in 14 total hurricanes. The most notable storms I've experienced are Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma, and Hurricane Ida. Experiencing all of these hurricanes first-hand has made me a better meteorologist, and gives me the experience and expertise to guide Southwest Florida through the next major hurricane threat.

Likes best about Southwest Florida

The beach!

Hometown

New Orleans, Louisiana.

Very high to extreme fire risk today; Ana now post tropical

Happy Sunday, SW Florida! Unfortunately, we’re once again talking about the potential for wild fires today across SW Florida. Yesterday’s brush fire in Collier County is an example of how ripe conditions are for fires to rapidly spread out of control. All of the ingredients are there including dry soil and vegetation, low humidity, and […]

High fire risk for Sunday

Happy Sunday, SW Florida! Due to the recent dry weather, low humidity, and breezy conditions this afternoon, the Fire Danger Index is at a high level for parts of the WINK viewing area. Otherwise, your Sunday forecast is looking great overall with a mix of sun and clouds, a dry breeze, and highs near 90 […]

High fire risk today

Happy Saturday, SW Florida! Due to the recent dry weather, low humidity, and breezy conditions this afternoon, the Fire Danger Index is at a high level for parts of the WINK viewing area today. Otherwise, your weekend forecast is looking great overall with a mix of sun and clouds, a dry breeze, and highs near […]

Chance of storms for Mother’s Day

Happy Mother’s Day, SW Florida! Hope you enjoyed the dry air while it lasted, as tropical moisture surges back into the area today. In fact, it should be enough to spark a few storms later this afternoon. Otherwise, expect highs back in the 90s this afternoon. Looking ahead to the workweek, it’s looking very summerlike, […]

Humidity returns tomorrow

Happy Saturday, SW Florida! The dry “good-feel” air will stick around for your Saturday, giving way to partly cloudy skies, and highs near 90 degrees. Heading into Mother’s Day, muggy air will surge back into Florida, bringing with it the potential for isolated showers & storms tomorrow afternoon. Looking ahead to the workweek, the forecast […]

NOAA Hurricane Hunters risk their lives to keep public informed

They risk their lives and fly into the eyes of hurricanes. In fact, NOAA Hurricane Hunters are the only organization allowed to actually fly into thunderstorms, tropical storms and hurricanes. And they do so to bring back data in order to help cities prepare for what’s coming. “We like to believe we are one piece […]

Another day of blazing heat

Happy Wednesday, SW Florida! We have another day of sizzling heat on tap as temperatures soar into the 90s, with some spots inland approaching the century mark! When you factor in that humidity though, it will feel like the 100s for everyone! Otherwise, expect a mix of sun & clouds, with potentially a shower or […]

Hot and humid day ahead

Happy Sunday, SW Florida! A summerlike day is ahead with highs near 90 degrees, with the potential for an isolated shower or storm this afternoon, though the best chance will be inland.   Looking ahead to the workweek, it starts off much of the same with blazing heat, and a few pop-up storms each afternoon. […]

Summer-like Weekend Ahead

Happy Saturday, SW Florida! A summer-like weekend is ahead with highs near 90 degrees, with the potential for an isolated shower or storm each afternoon, though on Sunday, the best chance will be inland.   Looking ahead to the workweek next week, it starts off much of the same with blazing heat, and a few […]

Slight storm chance today

Happy Sunday, SW Florida! A cold front will limp its way across the state today, and with it, we’ll see a slight chance for a shower or storm. However, with the cold front falling apart, most of the day looks dry, with a mix of sun and clouds, and a warm breeze out of the […]