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  • Hurricane Harvey: 3 Years Later
    • 8/22/20

    Hurricane Harvey: 3 Years Later

    (08/22/2020) – It's been three years since Hurricane Harvey devastated parts of Texas. Meteorologist Meredith Garofalo speaks to some of the survivors and breaks down the historic and record-setting tropical system.

  • Interview with Astronauts on the International Space Station
    • 5/12/21

    Interview with Astronauts on the International Space Station

    Meteorologist Meredith Garofalo interviews NASA Astronaut Mark Vande Hei (Colonel, U.S. Army Retired) and European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut Thomas Pesquet on WeatherNation and NASA TV.

  • Interview with Inspiration4 Astronaut Sian Proctor, Ph.D.
    • 9/3/21

    Interview with Inspiration4 Astronaut Sian Proctor, Ph.D.

    We brought you the launch and landing of Inspiration4 on WeatherNation, and on Thursday, Meteorologist Meredith Garofalo had a chance to interview Dr. Sian Proctor, the Inspiration4 Mission Pilot. Here's her inspiring and exciting story!

  • World Space Week 2021
    • 10/1/21

    World Space Week 2021

    (10/01/21) – World Space Week is October 4 - 10 this year, an international celebration of science and technology, and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition. This year's theme is “Women in Space” and Meteorologist Meredith Garofalo spoke to leaders in the space community around the world about the importance in taking part!

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  • • 12/12/21

    National Weather Service Director Reacts to Tornado Outbreak, Dec. 2021

    NEWS 12 EXCLUSIVE: The recent tornado outbreak in the Midwest has left dozens dead as it tracked 250+ miles through several states. News 12's Meredith Garofalo sat down with U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) Director Dr. Louis Uccellini to discuss his reaction to the historic weather event.

  • Elsa and Red Tide in Southwest Florida
    • 7/8/21

    Elsa and Red Tide in Southwest Florida

    (07/08/21) – With concentrations of red tide already in the Gulf of Mexico in Southwest Florida and countless dead fish washing up along the St. Petersburg, FL, shoreline, many wonder if storm events like Elsa could contribute to the movement or increase in concentrations of this harmful algae bloom. Meteorologist Meredith Garofalo spoke with Dr. Tracy Fanara (aka Inspector Planet), a scientist and red tide expert from Florida.

  • Being A NOAA Hurricane Hunter During Hurricane Dorian
    • 8/3/19

    Being A NOAA Hurricane Hunter During Hurricane Dorian

    (08/31/19) – The NOAA Hurricane Hunters play a crucial role when it comes to determining the strength and movement of a storm. Meteorologist Meredith Garofalo spoke with Paul Flaherty, one of the meteorologists that has been flying into and studying Dorian.

  • Capturing A Wildfire on Camera: Through the Eyes of a Colorado Photographer
    • 10/6/20

    Capturing A Wildfire on Camera: Through the Eyes of a Colorado Photographer

    (10/26/2020) – The East Troublesome Fire in Northern Colorado quickly grew into the 2nd largest wildfire in state history within less than two weeks. One photographer documented the destruction and progression of the deadly fire and talks with Meteorologist Meredith Garofalo about his experience.