Behind the Front

Fred Hunter has been covering hurricanes for 20+ years. He joins J-P Dice to share tales from the coast. Plus, Fred shares his thoughts on why anyone would ever want to cover a hurricane, his closest calls, and the biggest celebrity he has ever come across while chasing storms.

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Meteorologists unite! J-P Dice and Wes Wyatt are preparing for the AMS Annual Meeting in California. They breakdown the importance of weather seals, like the AMS seal. Plus, how the weather industry was at the forefront of using social media, and how it shaped the way news stations deliver forecasts.

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What on earth would make someone want to get into the weather business? J-P Dice finds out from a few future meteorologists on this episode of Behind the Front. Hear from both Andrew Vice, Mississippi State, and Josh Culbreth, University of South Alabama, two weather interns at WBRC FOX6 News this summer.

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J-P Dice and Wes Wyatt preview the Atlantic hurricane season, including the list of names for 2019, and look back on some of the busiest years they have witnessed. Plus, experts are forecasting a below average season, but J-P and Wes discuss how even a lesser season can leave a lasting impact.

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Maj. Kyle Larson, Weather Officer with the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, speaks with J-P Dice on how the Air Force tracks hurricanes, his most memorable storms, and what it’s like being in a WC-130J aircraft. Plus, find out how you can tour the “Hercules” at Weather Fest.

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Weather Fest is back - and it's bigger than ever this year! In this bonus edition of Behind the Front, J-P Dice and Wes Wyatt break down what you can expect at the First Alert Weather Fest, including touring a hurricane hunter aircraft and a sneak preview at the "News Brothers" playlist.

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Are you afraid of bad weather? You aren’t alone. Dr. Josh Klapow joins J-P Dice to discuss how you can face your fears and how they could be tied to other forms of anxiety. Plus, dealing with internet trolls after major weather events.

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Why does it feel harder to breathe during the summer months? Matt Lacke, air pollution meteorologist for Jefferson County, explains how heat can alter the quality of the air around you. Plus, the importance of the Air Quality Index, and how you can help the environment while helping out your wallet at the same time.

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“Oh it’s not a tornado threat, it’s just wind.”

Have you ever heard that? J-P Dice and Jill Gilardi talk the truly devastating power of wind, and why you should never take it lightly.

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J-P Dice and Wes Wyatt track this week's severe weather risk. Plus, What to look for when scrolling through so many weather posts on your Facebook feed. And do you have a severe weather plan? Why every second matters when preparing for tornadoes.

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