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E17: Frosty mornings, Spring temperature swings
April 24, 2024 09:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBMeteorologist Jake Grant joins Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek this week to talk about the rollercoaster temperature swings that are typical for spring-time on Delmarva. And frost can be a sneaky occurrence with clear skies this time of the year, so Jake and Rich discuss some best practices of keeping tender plants alive. They also take a look at the temperature surge expected for the final days of the month.
E16: Totality, sea breezes, and severe weather recap
April 17, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBMeteorologist Erich Ahlf joins Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek this week as they recap the round of severe storms that impacted parts of the area Monday. They discuss how early spring sea breezes on the Atlantic side of Delmarva can trigger significant temperature drops in short periods of time. Erich also talks about his trip to upstate New York to witness the totality of the solar eclipse.
E15: Recapping the Solar Eclipse
April 10, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.86 MBChief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant recap the Solar Eclipse, including how the weather differed across the country and how visible it was here on Delmarva. They also take a look at the upcoming weather pattern and what it may signal for the area heading through the rest of the month.
E14: Solar eclipse and a look back at the Sussex county EF-3 tornado
April 03, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBOne year ago on April 1st, the second strongest tornado on record in Delaware tore through northern parts of Sussex county. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss the setup for the event and the uniqueness of the type of thunderstorms observed that day on Delmarva. Plus - the solar eclipse is just days away! Erich talks about his upcoming journey to the path of totality.
E13: Onshore flow and baseball opening day
March 27, 2024 09:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBTypical for the Mid-Atlantic in Spring, an onshore flow can turn what would otherwise be a sunny day into a gloomy scene. Meteorologist Jake Grant joins Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek this week to talk about the cloudy and cool setup that is shaping the current pattern across Delmarva. Even with the chilly weather, baseball opening day is just around the corner in Baltimore and Philadelphia as a coastal system threatens to put a damper on the first games of the season.
E12: This winter in the Northeast with Matt DiLoreto of WPTZ-TV
March 20, 2024 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBIn this week's podcast, Meteorologist Erich Ahlf sits down with Matt DilLoreto, a meteorologist at WPTZ-TV Burlington, VT, to discuss the abnormally warm winter across the Northeast. Erich and Matt also take a look at the impact of geography and topography on local weather.
E11: Signs of Spring and looking ahead to the solar eclipse
March 13, 2024 09:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBAfter a considerably wet start to March, Delmarva is getting the chance to dry out with a stretch of nice and sunny weather. Meteorologist Jake Grant and Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek talk about the change in pattern and how long we can expect the early Spring push to last. Rich and Jake also talk about the upcoming solar eclipse.
E10: 4 storm systems in 8 days!
March 06, 2024 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.61 MBAlthough March came in like a lamb, that trend was merely a mirage. An accelerated storm track will bring 4 storm systems through the Mid- Atlantic over the course of 8 days. With a saturated ground, the prospect for flooding will increase as the active weather pattern represents signs of Spring rather than the remaining days of winter. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss the recent wet weather trend and what may lie ahead going into mid-March.
E9: Late February warm-up, looking ahead to March
February 28, 2024 14:00 - 9 minutes - 6.86 MBA late month temperature surge caps off a spring-like pattern that will bring heavy rain and some gusty winds to Delmarva, all before a strong cold front returns the area to chilly readings. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant look at the setup for the active weather and look ahead to March for what's expected in the final weeks of winter.
E8: Friday night's quick snow event, looking ahead to March
February 21, 2024 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBMuch of central and northern Delmarva received a quick shot of snow late Friday night, and if you weren't up early in the morning on Saturday you might not have seen any of it as it melted away after sunrise. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss how trends may be leaning back towards milder weather as we close out the month of February. They also talk about the prospects of additional snow chances into the final weeks of winter.
E7: Quick coastal storm, looking ahead to the end of the month
February 14, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.11 MBA quick coastal storm brought a brush of snow to parts of Delmarva, but as Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about, a few factors kept the accumulating snow further north. Looking ahead to the rest of the month, Jake and Rich explore the variables that will shed light on the prospect of another cold snap and the chance for any more snow.
E6: Solar spring, destructive weather out west
February 07, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 7.32 MBWhile the Mid-Atlantic region has been experiencing a consistent pattern of quiet weather, monsoon-like rains, flooding and hurricane force winds have been battering areas in the western US. Meteorologist Erich Ahlf and Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek talk about the setup for these contrasting weather scenarios and how a pattern shift may mean a return to active weather on Delmarva soon. For daylight lovers, Solar Spring started on the 5th, marking the beginning of a period of gaining more ...
E5: Looking back at the blizzard of 2022
January 31, 2024 14:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB2 years ago, Delmarva was digging out from one of the biggest snow events to hit the area in several years. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk about the setup that brought blizzard conditions and upwards of a foot of snow to areas along the coast. Back to this winter and closing out the month of January, record heat helped to quickly melt the snow and ice from previous storms. Rich and Erich also look ahead to early signals of what's to come in February.
E4: More snow, but not for long!
January 24, 2024 10:00 - 11 minutes - 8.07 MBComing off of Delmarva's second round of snow last Friday, many areas started the week with leftover snow and ice, even in areas in the south due to bitter cold temperatures from the weekend. Meteorologist Jake Grant and Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek discuss the recent snow totals. They also talk about how the pattern change will quickly melt away what's left from the event as near 70 degree temps and several chances for rain move into the region.
E3: Delmarva's first accumulating snow of the season!
January 17, 2024 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.66 MBFor many people on the Eastern Shore, Monday's snowfall was the first true accumulation in almost 2 years. Rich, Jake and Erich all joined the podcast this week to talk about the final tallies and the problems with refreeze after the system departs. The coldest air of the season is also spilling into the region and will be a key issue heading into the weekend.
E2: Forecasting an atypical storm for January on Delmarva
January 10, 2024 10:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBWhen a winter forecast includes the threat for high winds and heavy rain it's usually the work of a coastal storm, like the typical nor'easters that wreak havoc along the coast this time of the year. But this latest storm was a far different event, one that unfolded to bring more of a tropical storm-like environment to Delmarva. In the hours leading up to the storm system's arrival, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant discuss the forecast details behind the evolutio...
E1: First coastal storm of 2024
January 03, 2024 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.38 MBThe start of the new year has been deceivingly quiet as an active storm track is expected to impact Delmarva in the coming days. Talks of snow in the Mid-Atlantic region are focused on a coastal storm that will arrive this coming weekend. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant discuss the chances for a measurable snow on the eastern shore and if this quick shift into active weather will shed light on what to expect as we head deeper into winter.
E51: December Recap & Evolving Winter Pattern
December 27, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBIn this installment of Weather Wise, Meteorologist Jake Grant and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf will take a look back at December and discuss the drastic improvement in the drought conditions across Delmarva. They will also talk about the dense fog that was in place Monday morning and also provide some details on what to expect for today's storm system as it moves through on this Wednesday. Finally, the topic will shift to where we stand with the overall weather pattern and why they think snow po...
EP51: December Recap & Evolving Winter Pattern
December 27, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBIn this installment of Weather Wise, Meteorologist Jake Grant and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf will take a look back at December and discuss the drastic improvement in the drought conditions across Delmarva. They will also talk about the dense fog that was in place Monday morning and also provide some details on what to expect for today's storm system as it moves through on this Wednesday. Finally, the topic will shift to where we stand with the overall weather pattern and why they think snow po...
E50: Nor'easter recap: 1-2 punch of flooding across Delmarva
December 20, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes - 9.95 MBA strong nor'easter brought substantial flooding to parts of Delmarva this past weekend and the effects continue to linger in many spots. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant recap the event, talking about how high winds across the coast and torrential rains combined for a 1-2 punch of flooding that left many areas inundated. Rich and Jake also look ahead to the next weather maker and discuss any impacts to the Christmas forecast.
E49: Big rain totals...and even some snow!
December 13, 2023 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.12 MBSoaking rains this past weekend will surely put a dent into lingering drought issues across Delmarva, as Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant review the final rain tallies from the big storm system. Many areas also received a burst of snow that didn't add up to much, but it was enough to equal all of last year's snow totals in the Salisbury area! With an active storm track in place, Jake and Rich look ahead to another potential storm system for the weekend.
E48: Holiday parades and more talk of snow!
December 06, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes - 9.74 MBMany communities across Delmarva have been celebrating the holiday season with parades - and for the most part, the weather has been great! Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf share their experiences with this year's parades and take a look at more chances for snowflakes, all before looking ahead to a big storm system that is expected to impact the area by the end of the weekend.
E47: First Flakes of the Season!
November 29, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBMany spots on Delmarva had a nice surprise Tuesday morning (if you like snow, of course)! Flurries accompanied a big push of arctic air that brought the coldest day since mid March. Meteorologist Erich Ahlf and Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek talk about what this might mean for the month of December and continue to analyze the factors that will shape the upcoming winter in mid-Atlantic.
E46: Much Needed Rain, Turkey Day Forecast
November 22, 2023 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBThe big, soaking rain that Delmarva needed finally arrived! Listeners will hear thoughts from Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant about the setup leading up to the storm system's arrival. They'll also take a look at the Thanksgiving Day outlook.
E45: Fall storm tracks, drought and El Nino
November 15, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBAs dry conditions continue to plague much of Delmarva, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf look at recent trends that suggest coastal storm tracks could increase in frequency. They also discuss the effects of precipitation on foliage color and vibrancy. As winter approaches, El Nino will be a factor to consider when looking at seasonal expectations for temperature and snowfall.
E44: Early sunsets and increasing drought
November 08, 2023 10:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBThe end of daylight saving time brought the inevitable return of super early sunsets. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about the pros and cons of the time change. They also discuss the increasingly dry conditions across Delmarva as November continues the trend of below average rainfall dating back to October.
E43: From record breaking heat to unseasonably cold temperatures!
November 01, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBThis week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss what could be described as one of the more dramatic temperature swings in recent memory. From record breaking heat to unseasonably cold air, November will start off with many areas potentially experiencing the first freeze of the season. And with the cold snap comes the first snow of the season in the state of Maryland!
E42: From Morning Frost to Summer-Like Warmth!
October 25, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBThis week, Meteorologist Jake Grant and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf will discuss the frost and cold condition seen on Tuesday morning, where some inland and rural locations in the Peninsula dropped to below freezing! They'll also discuss what conditions are ripe for frost development. The talk will then switch to the late summer-like warmth that's expected to arrive for this weekend, and they'll explain why big temperature swings like this are not too uncommon for this time of year. They will a...
E41: Entering into frost and freeze season
October 18, 2023 09:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBThis week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about the next bout of cold air that will bring the area closer to the first frost of the season. With fall temperatures kicking into a higher gear, Rich and Jake discuss how this weekend's soaking rain will help keep leaf colors vibrant as tree changes are slowly becoming more evident across Delmarva.
E40: Feeling like fall across Delmarva!
October 11, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBChief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week talking about all things Fall in Delmarva! The coldest air since spring brought readings well into the 30s in several locations to start the week, while early signs of color are starting to show on a few trees. Rich and Jake discuss the latest foliage outlook and expectations for the area's first freeze of the season, but also keep tabs on a hurricane season that is far from finished.
E39: Big temperature swings and a little fall foliage
October 04, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBThis week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss the return of late-summer temperatures to the region after a gloomy and cool several days with the remnants of Ophelia. They also talk about the flash flooding New York City experienced, while looking ahead to a surge of fall air that's headed into the region. Erich gives his thoughts about the early days of fall foliage developing in the northeast.
E38: Tropical storm Ophelia and starting the Fall season
September 27, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBMeteorologists Jake Grant and Erich Ahlf recap Tropical Storm Ophelia and the impacts the storm had on Delmarva. Somewhat overshadowed by Ophelia to start the weekend, we officially transitioned from summer to Fall early Saturday morning . Erich and Jake talk about the new season and what to expect in the short term.
E37: Fall approaches, potential coastal storm
September 20, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBChief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek is back this week with Meteorologist Erich Ahlf as they count down the final days of summer, recapping the recent trend of comfortable weather and looking ahead to the potential development of a coastal storm to usher in the Fall season. With the recent brush from Hurricane Lee there was plenty of misinformation about the storm that circulated online for weeks. Rich and Erich explain the best ways to filter through the noise to find the experts when trying to...
E36: Dagsboro Tornado and Hurricane Lee
September 13, 2023 09:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBChief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk about a brief tornado that touched in Dagsboro on Monday afternoon, and why this occurred despite a low risk for severe weather. They also take a look at Hurricane Lee as it continues to churn in the Atlantic and talk about the expected impacts the East Coast and Delmarva can expect later this week.
E35: Late-Summer Heat, More Action in the Tropics
September 06, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBChief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week to talk about an increasingly active situation in the tropics, recapping Idalia and focusing on a new storm in the Atlantic. In the meantime, a late-summer heat wave is expected to last through the week across all of Delmarva as dry conditions persist in the Mid-Atlantic region.
E34: Hurricane Idalia and Franklin, September Outlook
August 30, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBChief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk about the explosive development in the tropics. With hurricane Franklin moving away from the coast, the attention has shifted to the rapidly developing and dangerous Idalia which is expected to bring devastation to parts of Florida. They discuss the expected impact to the east coast, including Delmarva, as Idalia is forecast to move off the coast late in the week.
E33: Rare Tropical Storm in California, Increasing Activity in the Atlantic
August 23, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBOn this week's episode, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant discuss the rapid increase in tropical activity in the Atlantic. Also, they talk about the Pacific where Tropical Storm Hilary made the rare trek into southern California where a first ever tropical storm warning was issued. In Hawaii, many variables created unprecedented conditions that fueled the catastrophic fires in Maui. Locally in Delmarva, more frequent breaks from the high humidity are signs of a la...
E32: Introducing Meteorologist Erich Ahlf!
August 16, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBIn this week's episode, WMDT's newest Meteorologist Erich Ahlf joins Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek for the first time on Weather Wise! Get to know Erich as he talks about his passion for meteorology and his story that brought him to Delmarva. You can catch Erich's forecasts every weekend on 47abc WMDT.
E31: Tornado Warnings and a Flash Flood Emergency
August 09, 2023 09:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBMonday brought a significant outbreak of severe weather to the mid-Atlantic region, resulting in numerous severe thunderstorms that moved across Delmarva late in the evening. Rotating supercells triggered tornado warnings across the lower shore of Maryland, while torrential rains triggered a rare Flash Flood Emergency to be issued by the National Weather Service for the city of Cambridge. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant break down the specifics of the setup that...
E30: Relief from the heat, Delaware State Fair recap, and checking in on the Tropics
August 02, 2023 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.9 MBWeather Wise returns after a week break for the Delaware State Fair! Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant recap their time broadcasting at the fair and the long awaited break from the excessive heat. Severe thunderstorms ushered in the change in weather pattern on Sunday with wildfire smoke returning with the cooler northwesterly winds. They also check in the tropics as the month of August begins.
E29: Flash Flooding, Wildfire Smoke, and Record Heat in the Southwest
July 19, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBFresh off of a deluge on Sunday where parts of Delaware received 5-7 inches of rain, smoke has again drifted into the region as Canadian wildfires continue to burn. The heat and humidity has been on par for July standards across Delmarva, but on the other side of the country record heat continues to sear many locations in the desert southwest.
E28: First Heat Wave of the Season
July 12, 2023 09:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBSummer temperatures and high humidity have quickly become the norm across Delmarva since the start of July. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about the issue of acclimation and how a cooler June has made typical July heat a bit more difficult to handle.
E27: Severe Weather and Summer Heat on Delmarva
July 05, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBThe lead up to the 4th of July was increasingly hot and humid, which set the stage for severe weather on the evening of the 3rd. A large supercell thunderstorm cut across Talbot, Caroline, and Sussex counties, bringing wind damage and flooding to some areas and even prompting a brief tornado warning. Meteorologist Jake Grant joins Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek to recap the event while taking a look at the current heat pattern that's settled into the region for the first week of July.
E26: Getting to know Meteorologist Jake Grant
June 28, 2023 09:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBIn this week's episode we welcome our newest Meteorologist, Jake Grant, to the WMDT weather team! Jake chats with Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek about his local ties to the region and what fueled his passion for all things weather. Jake joined us at the beginning of June and will be serving as our morning and noon meteorologist, Monday-Friday on 47abc.
E25: The End of an Era: Meteorologist Ulises Garcia Says Farewell
June 21, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBAfter more than 5 years of service forecasting for the Delmarva Peninsula, Meteorologist Ulises Garcia signs off for the final time on the Weather Wise Podcast. As he prepares to embark on the next step of his career, Ulises reminisces with Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek about his time at WMDT and reveals the details of his new endeavors in the Midwest!
E24: Wildfire Smoke and Sticky Air
June 14, 2023 09:00 - 11 minutes - 7.68 MBDelmarva had an array of air quality in the past week, spanning thick wildfire smoke from fires in eastern Canada, abnormally dry air for this time off the year, and a surge of summer-like humidity. Meteorologist Ulises Garcia and Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek talk about what caused the wildfire smoke to move south along the east coast and how the weather pattern is shifting into a more typical late spring setup.
E23: Early Action in the Tropics, Wildfire Smoke across Delmarva
June 07, 2023 09:00 - 13 minutes - 9.34 MBKicking off the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season, the first named storm - Arlene - is already in the books! In eastern Canada, the lack of rain and warm temperatures have created long-lived wildfires with thick smoke inundating areas along the east coast. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Ulises Garcia discuss the impact of the smoke and air quality concerns for Delmarva.
E22: NOAA Hurricane Outlook & Memorial Day Coastal Low
May 31, 2023 09:00 - 10 minutes - 7.17 MBChief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek & Meteorologist Ulises Garcia discuss how the coastal low that impacted the Carolinas; played a role to the weather on Delmarva too for Memorial Day. Rich & Ulises mention what NOAA is forecasting this season in their Atlantic hurricane outlook.
E21: Cool Temperatures, Smoky Sunsets, and a Typhoon
May 24, 2023 09:00 - 11 minutes - 7.87 MBMay has been a much cooler (and wetter) month compared to April across the Mid-Atlantic. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Ulises Garcia look at the current patterns as we close in on the Holiday Weekend. Wildfire smoke from western Canada has been making for some nice sunrises and sunsets along the east coast, plus a dangerous Typhoon closes in on Guam.
E20: January Subtropical Storm, Eastern Snowfall Recap & Pneumonia Front
May 17, 2023 09:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBMeteorologists Rich Wirdzek and Ulises Garcia recap the rain from this past Saturday; along with talking about the tropics, snowfall & a special weather event that occurs in the Great Lakes.