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E45: First arctic cold snap of the season, early snow in the region

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk about the first arctic cold snap of the season! Although not nearly as cold as arctic air can be in the winter, this pattern may reflect a sign of where we're headed as winter draws near. The cold air also brought the first snowflakes of the season to many locations near Delmarva...even south of the area!

11-13
07:59

E44: Coldest air of the season

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week talking about fall foliage, nice days, but also a quick downturn in temperatures. The first freeze may be on the way for parts of Delmarva as arctic air spills into the region by early next week.

11-05
08:30

E43: Coastal action and Hurricane Melissa

As another coastal storm forms off the east coast, the setup for onshore wind, high surf and some tidal flooding is in place for Delmarva. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant dissect the situation and talk about why it's different from previous events. Also, they examine the impact that Hurricane Melissa is having on Jamaica and Cuba and how this storm has become one of the strongest on record in the Atlantic Basin.

10-29
12:33

Ep 42: Fall foliage update, unsettled Halloween coming?

Fall foliage continues to deepen across Delmarva as beautiful October weather takes shape through the rest of this week, though it will come with some chilly nights! Meteorologist Jake Grant and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk about what they are seeing with the foliage this season and what to expect in the coming weeks. They also talk about newly formed Tropical Storm Melissa and touch on an unsettled weather pattern that may develop toward the end of the month close to Halloween.

10-22
10:44

E41: Early fall nor'easter

Seas have just begun to settle down after a strong nor'easter battered the Delmarva coastline on Sunday, before making a very slow exit this week. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant recap the storm, including the potential for more nor'easters in the coming weeks. They also talk about why a nor'easter is different from a tropical system.

10-15
08:59

E40: Active fall pattern arrives

A seasonably strong early-fall cold front will signal a shift into an active weather pattern on Delmarva. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk about the longest stretch of cool days since spring, and how a coastal storm this weekend will help protect the area from the latest tropical system in the Atlantic.

10-08
11:52

E39: The Fujiwhara Effect!

A unique and fascinating phenomena has unfolded off of the east coast as hurricanes Imelda and Humberto compete for space in the Atlantic. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk about the "Fujiwhara Effect" and how this will impact the tracks of both hurricanes. Needless to say this adds complexity to the forecasts, and Rich and Erich explore what this means for Delmarva this week.

10-01
09:54

E38: Feeling more like summer again

An unsettled pattern brings high humidity and the chance for showers and storms back to the area, with more of a summer feel for the first week of fall. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about the risk for storms for the late forecast, plus a look at an increasingly active tropics.

09-24
09:52

E37: Coastal storm and fall foliage preview

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf look at the coastal storm that's bringing much needed rain to the mid-Atlantic and talk about why it is not a named tropical system. Erich previews his latest fall foliage outlook web blog.

09-17
11:37

E36: Early fall-feel continues on Delmarva

Seasonably cool air continues to dominate the landscape on Delmarva heading into the final days of summer. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant discuss this week's pattern, plus take a look at the tropics as the peak of hurricane season is upon us.

09-10
09:28

E35: The fall preview continues!

Meteorologist Erich Ahlf and Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek are back this week to talk about how a brief return to summer-like weather will take the place of the incredible weather the region experienced for the Holiday Weekend. And as the peak of the hurricane season approaches, Rich and Erich talk about the latest action in the Atlantic.

09-03
12:46

E34: Erin recap, August ends cool

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to recap the effects Hurricane Erin had on Delmarva beaches. They also look at the emerging cooling trend that will take us to the end of the month with cooler than average temperatures. And with a fall feel this week, Rich and Jake talk a little fantasy football.

08-27
09:35

E33: Tracking Hurricane Erin

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek, and Meteorologists Jake Grant and Erich Ahlf all joined the podcast this week as Delmarva prepares for a brush with Hurricane Erin. They discuss the several factors at play that will cause big problems along our coastline as Erin passes offshore on Thursday.

08-20
11:56

E32: Back to summer, tracking Erin

Summer-like conditions have returned to the mid-Atlantic and Delmarva this week, with high humidity and the chance for storms. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Erin is poised to become the first hurricane of the season. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant break down the pattern change and give early insight on where Erin may head on its trek across the Atlantic Ocean.

08-13
09:16

E31: Wildfire smoke and a cool start to August

Summer weather has taken a back seat to cooler temperatures and even some wildfire smoke to start the moth of August. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week to discuss how this lines up with the month of July.

08-06
08:52

E30: Going into August with a cooldown!

Most of July has lived up to its seasonal expectations with hot and humid weather. But big changes to the pattern will bring much cooler weather to the east coast by week's end, kicking off August with below average temperatures. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant discuss the upcoming reprieve from the heat.

07-30
09:16

E29: A break from the humidity

It doesn't happen much in July, but a drop in humidity has been a welcome event for Delmarva this week. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk lower dewpoints and comfortable nights...and also look ahead to the next surge of heat and humidity.

07-23
11:51

E28: Tropical humidity and flooding

Since the remnants of Chantal moved through the region, much of the mid-Atlantic has been locked in tropical levels of humidity. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about how this has led to issues of isolated flash flooding on parts of the peninsula. They look ahead to a possible change in the pattern.

07-17
09:03

E27: Surprise tornado and a break from the heat

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk tornadoes and heat! They dive into the details of a surprise tornado that briefly touched down in Omar, DE on Monday afternoon. The setup was for heavy storms, but there was little to suggest anything more than gusty winds and a flooding threat. They also discuss the end of this latest heat wave and how the 4th of July weekend is shaping up.

07-02
15:20

E26: Record break heat on Delmarva

This week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek is joined by Meteorologist Erich Ahlf to talk about the early summer heat wave that has pushed temperatures to record limits across Delmarva. They discuss how unusual it is to have such a dangerous heat wave in late June and how this stacks up against past early heat waves. They also talk about the relief that's in play for later in the week that will bring temperatures back to more seasonal norms for heat.

06-25
11:00

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