Weather/climate columnist for Buffalo News, substitute meteorologist for Buffalo CBS affiliate after 30 years as chief, debunker of junk science, Buffalo Bcast Hall of Fame, veteran, Rutgers guy…old enough that I interviewed alum Ozzie Nelson at Rutgers.
I have no idea how he led our troops in that war....
September 30, 2025 at 11:58 PM
I have no idea how he led our troops in that war....
Hesgeth went on at some length today about how brilliantly the Army and the military performed in Desert Storm--which they absolutely did. In a rant, he said he didn't want to see any "fat generals and admirals." That can't be part of the "warrior ethos."
September 30, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Hesgeth went on at some length today about how brilliantly the Army and the military performed in Desert Storm--which they absolutely did. In a rant, he said he didn't want to see any "fat generals and admirals." That can't be part of the "warrior ethos."
A beautiful and very warm (but not oppressive) week lies ahead. But it will not be the best of times for farms and gardens. 7 day projected rainfall totals:
August 2, 2025 at 2:28 PM
A beautiful and very warm (but not oppressive) week lies ahead. But it will not be the best of times for farms and gardens. 7 day projected rainfall totals:
Evil down to the effluvium in his Depends.
June 8, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Evil down to the effluvium in his Depends.
With a clearing sky and light wind tonight, along with low dew points, the NWS has issued a Frost Advisory for inland sections of the colored counties overnight, tonight. Frost will be more widespread in interior valleys, and protective measures should be taken for tender plantings:
May 19, 2025 at 2:08 PM
With a clearing sky and light wind tonight, along with low dew points, the NWS has issued a Frost Advisory for inland sections of the colored counties overnight, tonight. Frost will be more widespread in interior valleys, and protective measures should be taken for tender plantings:
At 3:30 EDT, the Storm Prediction Ctr has elevated the Tuesday risk for Severe Tstorms from 15% to an Enhanced (30%) risk in part of WNY, shown in orange. The risk will likely be inland from Lake Erie, along the edge of a stiff lake breeze, mainly south and east of Buffalo:
April 27, 2025 at 8:42 PM
At 3:30 EDT, the Storm Prediction Ctr has elevated the Tuesday risk for Severe Tstorms from 15% to an Enhanced (30%) risk in part of WNY, shown in orange. The risk will likely be inland from Lake Erie, along the edge of a stiff lake breeze, mainly south and east of Buffalo:
As of today/Sunday, SPC estimates a 15% risk of Severe Tstorms Tuesday in WNY, with the risk peaking mid-late afternoon as a cold front approaches. This is not a classic "tinderbox" setup for a major outbreak, and the risk may be mitigated closer to Lk Erie/metro w/a SW wind off the 45 degree lake.
April 27, 2025 at 3:21 PM
As of today/Sunday, SPC estimates a 15% risk of Severe Tstorms Tuesday in WNY, with the risk peaking mid-late afternoon as a cold front approaches. This is not a classic "tinderbox" setup for a major outbreak, and the risk may be mitigated closer to Lk Erie/metro w/a SW wind off the 45 degree lake.
The Trump administration is ending funding for the vital Regional Climate Centers around the nation, either tonight, or in the case of the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell on June 17:
April 18, 2025 at 12:10 AM
The Trump administration is ending funding for the vital Regional Climate Centers around the nation, either tonight, or in the case of the Northeast Regional Climate Center at Cornell on June 17:
As we approach 10 AM, it’s safe to say this is not April in Paris….
April 10, 2025 at 1:59 PM
As we approach 10 AM, it’s safe to say this is not April in Paris….
Maybe having a large Army mechanized force coming into the capital on June 14th ISN'T such a bad idea.... :D
April 9, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Maybe having a large Army mechanized force coming into the capital on June 14th ISN'T such a bad idea.... :D
Here we are a week later, with high res models for late tom'w. Could be a little on the grass, with a couple of inches on hills:
April 6, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Here we are a week later, with high res models for late tom'w. Could be a little on the grass, with a couple of inches on hills:
At 1:50 PM, lots of lightning around. With initially dry air in place ahead of the precipitation, there’s been some evaporative cooling, probably leading to the development of some graupel. Soft, white pellets.That can generate static electricity in the lower atmosphere.
April 2, 2025 at 5:58 PM
At 1:50 PM, lots of lightning around. With initially dry air in place ahead of the precipitation, there’s been some evaporative cooling, probably leading to the development of some graupel. Soft, white pellets.That can generate static electricity in the lower atmosphere.
Preventive badging!
March 28, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Preventive badging!
Morning showers may end as a few flurries early this afternoon, as temperatures take the plunge from the upper 40s to the low 30s by late today and to near 20 by morning. Sunday will be chilly, but with light wind and plenty of sunshine it will feel more comfortable.
March 22, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Morning showers may end as a few flurries early this afternoon, as temperatures take the plunge from the upper 40s to the low 30s by late today and to near 20 by morning. Sunday will be chilly, but with light wind and plenty of sunshine it will feel more comfortable.
LA gas prices still not kidding around. My daughter is very happy she got a Honda CRV hybrid a few years back.
February 25, 2025 at 7:04 PM
LA gas prices still not kidding around. My daughter is very happy she got a Honda CRV hybrid a few years back.
Ivy is loving her swim time with Grammy Deb!
February 22, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Ivy is loving her swim time with Grammy Deb!
At 10:30 AM, our freezing rain is in the process of turning to snow, and it will be coming down at a moderate to heavy rate with an increasing wind. This accumulating snow plus the stress from gusty winds and ice covered treelimbs and powerlines may lead to scattered outages.
February 16, 2025 at 3:36 PM
At 10:30 AM, our freezing rain is in the process of turning to snow, and it will be coming down at a moderate to heavy rate with an increasing wind. This accumulating snow plus the stress from gusty winds and ice covered treelimbs and powerlines may lead to scattered outages.
NBM/National Blend of Models (NWS) totals also look moderate-heavy, but less than earlier projections on Mon-Tue. It should be noted the American GFS model is substantially heavier than the Euro or the NBM. NBM:
February 13, 2025 at 4:02 PM
NBM/National Blend of Models (NWS) totals also look moderate-heavy, but less than earlier projections on Mon-Tue. It should be noted the American GFS model is substantially heavier than the Euro or the NBM. NBM:
SUNDAY; Still LOTS of uncertainty on precise track of main storm system. The closer it gets to us, the better chance of mixed precip in the AM, before several hours of heavier snow in the PM, with gusty winds. Heaviest amts likely on the Niagara Frontier, lesser amts S Tier. SUNDAY PM:
February 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM
SUNDAY; Still LOTS of uncertainty on precise track of main storm system. The closer it gets to us, the better chance of mixed precip in the AM, before several hours of heavier snow in the PM, with gusty winds. Heaviest amts likely on the Niagara Frontier, lesser amts S Tier. SUNDAY PM:
Area of low pressure w/SE flow spreads widespread light-moderate snow into the region Saturday, as temps climb toward 35. Current Storm #2 Sunday outlook in first comment below. Saturday:
February 13, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Area of low pressure w/SE flow spreads widespread light-moderate snow into the region Saturday, as temps climb toward 35. Current Storm #2 Sunday outlook in first comment below. Saturday:
I've been seeing reports that a number of WNYers are going to be boycotting tonight's Super Bowl. I say "Vent Your Spleen" constructively by watching News 4 at 6, 10, and 11...where I'll have the wintry 7 Day forecast. See an uncertain number of you tonight!
February 9, 2025 at 3:35 PM
I've been seeing reports that a number of WNYers are going to be boycotting tonight's Super Bowl. I say "Vent Your Spleen" constructively by watching News 4 at 6, 10, and 11...where I'll have the wintry 7 Day forecast. See an uncertain number of you tonight!
