Storm Chat: Dale Hansen

As we prepare to watch the Kansas City Chiefs and San Diego 49ers face off in Super Bowl LVIII, Kevin Crouch sits down with legendary sportscaster Dale Hansen to discuss the intersection of weather and sports, and his experience working with two big names in our local weather world: Troy Duncan and Pete Delkus.

safely viewing an eclipse | weatherfaq

Kevin reviews a few options in how to safely view the upcoming Annular Eclipse. The glasses shown can be purchased at Lowe's, Home Depot, and many other local stores!

flying corn husks! | Weatherfaq

Kevin explains what those long, dry leaves are that are falling from the sky - and why they're sometimes far from where they came from.

Why is High Pressure So Strong in Summer? | WeatherFAQ

Kevin discusses high and low pressure, why high pressure dominates our weather pattern during thee Summer months, and how El Niño/La Niña can impact it.

Wildfire safety tips | weatherfaq

We're taking a break from the usual WeatherFAQ segments to share a few wildfire tips that could make a big difference this season.

When should i water my grass? | weatherfaq

Kevin gives some tips on watering your lawn during the hot, dry Summer months.

why does the heat index matter? | weatherfaq

Kevin explains what the Heat Index is, and why it matters to your health and wellbeing during the Summer months.

 

What is “the cap”? | weatherfaq

In the first WeatherFAQ segment, Kevin explains what he means by "The Cap".

 

weather whomps: a blooper reel!

Filming weather updates doesn't always go well...and this is just a few failed attempts!

 

sponsor spotlight: ktx warehousing & logistics

Kevin visits with Daryl Kosoris of KTX Warehousing & Logistics about the services they provide, as well as how the logistics industry prepares for hurricane season.

 

storm chat: supercell movie review

Kevin shares his thoughts on Supercell, the new movie starring Alec Baldwin and Daniel Diemer.

 

storm chat: Evan andrews, kdfw fox 4

Kevin visits with Meteorologist Evan Andrews of KDFW Fox 4 in Dallas to talk about how social media has radically changed weather broadcasting over the years.

 

Sponsor spotlight: jimmy poarch

Kevin visits with Jimmy Poarch, Hi View Real Estate, about the state of the market and how weather might affect how you select a new home. Visit https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateAgentJimmyPoarch/ to learn more.

 

Sponsor spotlight: ellis county pest services

Shawna from Ellis County Pest Services stops by to visit with Kevin about the services they provide, as well as what you can do to prepare for Springtime pests.

 

DownHome / Up Close: Erin Moran & Mike Leslie

Kevin visits with Erin Moran, meteorologist with KTVT CBS-11 and Mike Leslie, sports anchor at WFAA ABC-8 about the family life, working in television news and what they've learned about Texas since moving from their hometowns in the northeast.

 

Erin Moran & Mike Leslie Interview Excerpt | Wild Weather Wednesdays

Check out this excerpt of Kevin's interview with Meteorologist Erin Moran from CBS 11 and Sports Anchor Mike Leslie from WFAA 8.

Sponsored by Bruce Lowrie Chevrolet: www.BruceLowrieChevrolet.com

 

Farming in Drought Conditions | Wild Weather Wednesdays

Kevin sits down with local farmer/rancher John Paul Dineen III to discuss the challenges of farming in severe drought conditions - especially as we head into Summer with a deficit in rainfall.

 

Considering Weather When Buying a House | Tuesday Tips

Kevin sits down with Jimmy Poarch to discuss what weather-related questions and concerns might come up when you are shopping for a new home.

 

Severe Weather Warnings with Jennifer Dunn | Tuesday Tips

Kevin is joined by Jennifer Dunn, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, to discuss the process of issuing and receiving severe weather warnings.

 

Chasing Storms with Warren Faidley | Wild Weather Wednesdays

Kevin visits with Warren Faidley, a photojournalist and storm chaser with years of experience photographing and following many different kinds of extreme weather.

 

Weather Broadcasting and Social Media with James Spann

Kevin visits with James Spann, Chief Meteorologist at WBMA ABC 33/40 in Birmingham, Alabama, about how social media has revolutionized weather broadcasting and messaging.

 

6 Years of Ellis County Weather

Today, Ellis County Weather celebrates 6 years of operation - and it's all because of your support. Thank you!

 

Looking Back at the May 3 Tornado

Kevin gives an in-depth look at the tornado that impacted areas between Waxahachie and Forreston on May 3, 2021.

 

Rural Weather Preparedness with Jimmy Poarch

Kevin Crouch visits a property in Maypearl, listed with Jimmy Poarch of Hi View Realty, to discuss staying informed during severe weather if you live in rural parts of Ellis County.

 

Hurricane Ida Relief with Jon Garrett

Ami Trull of Ellis Downhome joins Kevin to interview Jon Garrett of Waxahachie, who is joining relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Ida.