In Depth: Wildfires raging in Carolinas

In Depth: Wildfires raging in Carolinas

Author: FOX Carolina First Alert Weather Team March 26, 2025 Duration: 12:53

First Alert Chief Meteorologist Kendra Kent and Meterologist Chrissy Kohler discuss our wildfire season, why these fires have been so bad and the emotional toll it’s taking on our area. 


Ever wonder why the forecast seemed to miss the mark, or what really causes those sudden summer thunderstorms over the Blue Ridge? Weather or Not! digs into the questions and curiosities that pop up when you glance at the sky. The FOX Carolina First Alert Weather Team brings their combined expertise from the forecast desk to your headphones, breaking down everything from basic weather principles to the latest atmospheric science in a way that’s engaging and easy to grasp. Each episode feels like a casual, informative conversation-you’ll hear the team discuss seasonal patterns affecting the Carolinas, explain the technology behind storm tracking, and even share a few lighthearted stories from their own experiences chasing weather. This isn't just a dry report; it's a blend of news, nature, and science designed for anyone who’s ever been fascinated by a cloud formation or needed to understand a severe weather alert. Tune in to this podcast for a deeper appreciation of the forces shaping your day, delivered by familiar voices who are as passionate about making science accessible as they are about getting the forecast right.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 51

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Podcast Episodes
The Science of Fall [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:59
First Alert Meteorologists Chrissy Kohler and Bryan Bachman discuss the science of Fall, from colors and falling leaves, to how the weather impacts it all.
Common Weather Phrases and Their Origins [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:09
FOX Carolina First Alert Chief Meteorologist Kendra Kent and Meteorologist Chrissy Kohler “shoot the breeze” on common weather phrases we use every day.
Is Tornado Alley shifting closer to us? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:32
FOX Carolina's Chief Meteorologist Kendra Kent talks to Trisha Palmer with the National Weather Service about a possible shift in "Tornado Alley," bringing it closer to the Carolinas.
Forecasting challenges for the spring [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:49
FOX Carolina Chief Meteorologist Kendra Kent talks about spring forecast challenges with the National Weather Service's Ashley Rehnberg.
Explaining the GSP Radar Upgrade [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:03
We talked to Trisha Palmer, Warning Coordination Meteorologist at the National Weather Service – GSP Office about the recent radar upgrade. She explained why the removal of the dome was so important and how it helps us g…
Winter weather forecast challenges [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:40
FOX Carolina Chief Meteorologist Kendra Kent talks to Ashley Rehnberg with the National Weather Service about challenges that come along with winter forecasting.
A Look Back at 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:43
Meteorologist Katherine Noel takes a look back at the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season now that it has come to an end. The episode covers how the season played out, the history made, and impacts from some of the most memor…