TV Meteorologist

TV Meteorologist

Kevin Selle

Wichita Falls, TX

Male, 55

I've been a broadcast meteorologist on television since the early 1990's. Happy to answer any questions about the weather or local TV news. Yes, I often wear sneakers on set just out of view of the camera.

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Last Answer on December 24, 2019

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Is there such a thing as a 'bubble' or 'dome' in certain areas that seem to avoid the majority of certain weather? I live in Fleming Island, Florida, and as long as I can remember, thunderstorms tend to hit around us, but not on us as often. Why?

Asked by Debi almost 11 years ago

Hi, Debi-Not a "dome" really. Patterns can be influenced by the landscape. I would guess your area might be influenced by the sea breeze and the shape of the coastline. Thanks!

Hello I would like to know your view on climate change? Do you think humans have to do with this?

Asked by Debbie over 10 years ago

Pretty important question. Not really my area of expertise but I know pretty smart people on both sides of the issue. I do think you can only pour something into a system for so long before you have an effect on that system. Not sure if we have gotten there yet or not.

Are there any extremely cool facts or information about typhoons that not many people know about? Because we're doing a project based on typhoons and we also need some ideas how to demonstrate it---but we have no cool ideas that can BLAST attention

Asked by Gladelyn and Lesley from Canad over 12 years ago

Hello, Ladies.  Yup, there sure are.  Not knowing the age group of your audience makes it a little diffucult for me to give an answer.  I'd start with an Internet search, and, basic meteorology books, espeically ones geared toward kids are also a good resource.  Goog luck!

What is the name of the little gadget weathermen discreetly carry in their hand to change the weather wall display - and how does it work?

Asked by HarryThe Hat over 11 years ago

I think most of us generically call it "the clicker". It is a simple wireless controller hooked up to the weather computer to advance to the next map. Some have several buttons for higher functions like dropping cutouts on the maps or drawing. Back in the day some stations simply used a garage door opener. Good question. Thanks Harry.

My friend in Prescott, AZ swears that we in Denver, CO get their weather. If it snows in Prescott, she says we'll get the same because their 'weather' moves this way. But it seems ours comes from the NW. What's the truth of the matter? Thanks

Asked by Jane over 11 years ago

Looks like you are both right, Jane. In broad terms, storm systems move from west to east across the US, usually with the jet stream. The jet is amplified in wave patterns, kind of like snapping a bed sheet over a bed. Sometimes storms will approach you from the southwest, traveling up the "hill" of the wave, and other times from the northwest, coming down the hill. Great question, thanks!

Does it snow a lot in Virginia beach area. Also how cold does it get in Virginia becah.

Asked by brian about 12 years ago

Hi, Brian.  Being so close to the coast is doesn't snow in Virginia Beach as much as father inland, but it does happen.  You can find out more about the climatology here: http://www.weather.gov/akq/

Thanks!

Don't some meteorologists use touch screen lcd screens instead of the old fashioned green screens?

Asked by Ron over 11 years ago

Yes, Ron. Not my favorite presentation since it washes out and minimizes the data, but producers and managers get bored easily sometimes.