My passion for weather was natural for me. I always had a love for math and science (yes I was in the weather club in high school and yes I am still a huge nerd at heart). I graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology. My first on-air experience was in college, PCN-TV, a local cable channel. The experience was great, but I can't help but laugh when looking back at those early days.
I started my career at WHSV TV3 Winchester in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia as the Chief Meteorologist. It was here I received the prestigious AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorology seal. Shortly after, I landed a job at WTTG-TV in Washington, D.C. I've covered all different types of weather events while working in the Mid-Atlantic. From Hurricane Sandy coming ashore, to the June 2012 Derecho, to the devastating Tornado Outbreak in 2011 and the numerous crippling East Coast blizzards. I've traded the snow for sunshine (and some fog!) and am excited to call the Bay Area my home!
I feel lucky every day. I turned my hobby into a career so it never feels like I'm working. In my down time, I enjoy cooking, running, spending time with family and traveling. I participated in my first Triathlon last year in Richmond, Virginia. My goal is to complete a full marathon very soon.
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What is the Greenville Fault?
The earthquakes felt in the East Bay occurred on the Greenville Fault east of Tassajara. But has there ever been an earthquake there before? Meteorologist Drew Tuma gives us a little history on this little known fault.
Brutal Heat: More than a dozen records set in Bay Area today
The Bay Area was baking on Monday -- 13 record highs were set in the afternoon.
Golf ball-sized hail hits Redding as tornado warning issued for southern part of Shasta County
A tornado warning, flash flood warning and golf ball-sized hail. Residents in Northern California are experiencing extraordinary weather this weekend.
Stunning Photos: Pictures show tornado cell amid warning in Shasta County
TORNADO WARNING: These beautiful, but frightening photos were snapped from a back porch near Redding.
Weather What!? Are atmospheric rivers actually a thing? Why do we care?
Atmospheric rivers sound intimidating... because they are. But Meteorologist Drew Tuma is gentle and he can guide you through it and tell you why you should care about them.
