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Claudia Olech

9 months

I’m proud to announce that I’ve achieved the Certified Broadcast Meteorologist designation by the American Meteorological Society.🥳 A big thank you for those that helped me through this process!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Today I officially became a Meteorologist!! I am so blessed for everything NIU has brought into my life. Ready for this next chapter at @13WREX

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

8 months

Cheers to 3 years at @13WREX 🥳

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

4 years

Happy to start my first job in the field at @13WREX as their weekend meteorologist ☀️😌

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

A year ago today was my debut at @13WREX !! From starting as the weekend meteorologist while finishing school to moving to mornings and growing more than I could’ve imagined, I’m so thankful for my WREX family & those who have supported me. Here’s to another exciting year🤩❤️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Soon I get to trade my weekend nights for early mornings. I’ll be joining our morning team as our morning meteorologist 🤩 Starting Tuesday, you can catch me bright and early on 13 News Today ☀️ Feeling very fortunate for this opportunity!! @13WREX

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Soft smiles for 2 years at 13 WREX!! Time flies when you get to do what you love every day. Excited to continue to learn and grow in the 815⛈️☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Happy #NationalWeatherpersonsDay to all my fellow meteorologists!! I’m so blessed to do what I love 🌪❤️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

What a morning!! Definitely a surreal experience filling in back home on @nbcchicago ❤️☀️ Very thankful for this opportunity!!

Kate Chappell

@kchappellnews

2 years

We have a new face in the studio this morning! @ClaudiaOlechWX is with us from our NBC station in Rockford. She's filling in for Pete & will be from time to time. Another hour of news starts now on @nbcchicago

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Happy Saturday!! Filling in on @nbcchicago this morning, hope you’re ready for a gorgeous weekend☀️ Join us at 8 a.m.

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Today marks one year on 13 News Today! So blessed to do what I love every day and wake up with the 815 dark and early 😉 Can’t wait to see what this next year has in store for me!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Manny and I made a quick appearance on Jimmy Kimmel last night! And no, we still can’t believe it 😂

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Goood morning! Filling in for Pete on @nbcchicago this morning with @LisaChavarria and @EvrodCassimy Tune in, we finally have some sunshine to talk about ☀️🤩

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Good morning!! Join me on 13 News Today, I’m at the desk this morning with your news AND weather! Who’s ready for some very pleasant temperatures? 😁

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Goood morning! Join @kchappellnews and I on @nbcchicago this morning. I’m in for Pete with your Halloween weekend forecast 🎃👻

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Two years on 13 News Today. So grateful to be able to do what I love every day💙

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

I have to admit, I’ve never been this excited to clean off my car😂 Let it snow!!! ❄️☃️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Mama I made it 🤩

TODAY

@TODAYshow

2 years

It’s only the second day of summer — but an intense heat wave has made some states feel like they’ve been here for weeks. @ReporterBlayne and @alroker have more details on this record-breaking heat.

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

You might notice me at the desk more often, happy to play a bigger role on the morning show by helping anchor!! Tune in every day at 4:30 a.m. for your news and weather ☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

8 months

Happy first day of meteorological spring!!🌷 I have your news and weather on 13 News day with @dillonvalencia_ live at BMO!!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

8 months

Happy Weatherpersons Day☀️so thankful for our team!💪🏼

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

8 months

Happy Retirement to the legendary Tom Skilling!! It was a pleasure and honor to be one of his interns back in 2019. His knowledge, passion, and presence will be greatly missed.❤️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

A day late, I know, but yesterday was #dressforstem !! Proudly wearing purple to support my fellow female meteorologists and to help encourage young girls to pursue their dreams in #stem . Proud to be part of a small number that is only going to grow⚡️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

I’m back on @nbcchicago all weekend long with this great crew. Hope you can tune in !!

Kate Chappell

@kchappellnews

2 years

We have a special guest -- @ClaudiaOlechWX is filling in this weekend! Hope you join us - we're on until 7 & again from 8:30-9:30 AM on @nbcchicago

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

8 months

Welp the snow wouldn’t come to me so I came to the snow 🤩 I’ll be back on 13 News Today on Monday! Don’t worry, I won’t be bringing any snow back either 😉

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Welp, that doesn't look like Spring... 🥶 Bundle up as you head out the door this morning with 'feels like' temperatures falling into the teens!! Gusty winds and colder temperatures remain today. Sunnier days are ahead, join us for the last half hour of 13 News Today!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Filling in for Alex all week long. Tune in at 5, 6 and 10PM! 😎 P. S. We’re in for a MUCH quieter week 😊

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

The storms that passed through Rockford brought strong winds causing damage on 9th and Broadway. Law enforcement say they spotted a funnel in this area. @NWSChicago @13WREX

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Wow... What a great start to the holiday!! 😍

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Good morning! I got your news and weather this morning with the help of @dillonvalencia_ Tune in for the last hour of 13 News Today:

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Happen to be in town the day of the Pizza Palooza so I had to stop by. So great meeting @EdPiotrowski and @JimCantore 🍕🍕

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

5 years

Excited for my internship this fall!!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Out at City Market with the one and only @DBayneSports 💯

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

The amount of times I’ve said “wind chill” this morning…

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

4 years

Wearing purple for #DressForSTEM and to help encourage young girls to pursue their dreams in #STEM . I am hopeful that these numbers will go up!!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Today on Pi Day, proudly wearing purple to celebrate and help bring awareness of the need for more women in STEM💜 #PiDay #DressForSTEM

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Rockford's 40th annual Polish Fest kicked off yesterday and not only was I able to preview this event and share my culture on 13 News Today, but I also had the chance to get some delicious pierogi!! 🇵🇱❤️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

4 years

Pictures I received from Plainfield. Feel free to share!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Coming into work this morning:

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

7 months

Happy #DressforSTEM day! Today we wear purple to bring awareness and encourage more women to enter STEM careers. Proud to be a part of the small, but mighty 29%💜💪🏼

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

My car is definitely lookin icy #ilwx

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Anyone else feeling off this morning or is it just me ?🧐 #Monday

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Good morning!! I’m live this morning at @GoodwillNIL getting you ready for Halloween 🎃 Join us on 13 News Today!!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

8 months

Had the opportunity to read to a class of 3rd graders for Read Across American Day and of course I chose a book about the weather. 📚☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Nothing like some chicken alfredo at 6:35 am 😂

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

My mom is making pączki at home today … I am not home 💔

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

What a fun day!! I got the opportunity to rappel for @GSNorthernIL today. So fun and yes, a little scary at first. Then to Rockford’s City Market to join our evening anchor. Couldn’t have asked for better weather too☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Good morning!! I got your news and weather on 13 News Today until 7 a.m. Who’s ready for some very pleasant weather? 😎☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

🚨HEADS UP🚨 Tuesday brings another potential for severe storms, looks oddly similar to last week. Threats include: 🌬️Damaging winds 🌪️A few tornadoes ⚠️Have multiple ways to get alerts Tuesday!! We're live on 13 News Today with more!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Next week is going to sting... literally.🥶

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

We��re live at Cornerstone Credit Union for the Freeport Food Drive. Join us on 13 News Today and bring your donations!!! Our team will be here until 6:30 p.m.

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there!! Forever grateful for all you’ve done Mama💖🌸🌷

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

7 months

On Friday, I visited Washington Elementary School in Dixon and gave a presentation about the weather. The kiddos loved it and I also got the pleasure of meeting my biggest fan, Blaire. 🩷 Can’t wait to be back, thank you so much for having me☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

National Pierogi Day on a Friday?? What a treat😋 #PierogiDay

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Another sunny day at Old Settlers Days 🤠 @13WREX

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

10 months

Good morning! Join me on 13 News Today with your news and weather. I have more details on our wintry Monday❄️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

What a great start to our Tuesday!! ☀️😍 Temperatures will be back in the 40's this afternoon as cloud cover is expected to return. There is a chance for a rain and snow mix later this week, stay tuned for more!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Good morning and Happy November! We're off to a cold start this morning, but lucky no longer seeing those snowflakes! Temperatures will warm up as we get closer to the weekend. For more details, join us on 13 News Today!☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

There’s just something about a rainy day 😍

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

If you can’t find me later today, I will be outside doing this:

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Just one 😂❤️

Papa Woof und Krampus und Bleaken

@woofknight

1 year

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Our 13 Weather Authority Photo Community did not disappoint with capturing the lunar eclipse. Were you able to see it? Kathy Hopkins Richards took this amazing shot 🌚 #LunarEclipse2021

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Happy Friday!!! Stunning sunrise this morning. Most of the day will stay dry but strong storms are possible the next few nights. Join us on 13 News Today for more on the forecast☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Happy Monday!! What a gorgeous sunrise to start off our week☀️ We're in for a longer stretch of quiet weather with above average temperatures. Hope you have a good week!☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Good morning!! What a beautiful start to our Wednesday :)

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

8 months

From record breaking warmth to strong storms to then snow and bitter cold wind chill values, get ready for a wild ride! We're live on 13 News Today with everything you need to know! ☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

8 months

Happy Friday!! Kicking off the morning with a beautiful sunrise🤩 We stay mild, dry, and SUNNY today!! The weekend cools off with more clouds to join us in the near future. We're live with more on the forecast. Join us!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Happy #NationalDogDay to these two !!😍

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Happy Friday!! We’re live this morning at Cornerstone Credit Union in Freeport for the annual Freeport Food Drive. Come donate any non-perishables or toiletries. We’re here from 6-7p.m. Grab an umbrella if you’re planning on stopping by during the afternoon☔️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Good morning! Off to a pleasant start with some locations over 20° warmer!! We'll stay dry today and into Wednesday before soaking showers return. May see a rain and snow mix by Thursday. Stay tuned for more!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Happy Halloween!!!!🎃👻 Todays forecast isn’t too spooky as we’ll see mostly cloudy skies and the mid-60‘s. Might just need a light jacket if you’re heading out to trick-or-treat. Hope everyone has a great and safe Halloween!!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

10 months

Glad it missed the house😳

Ed Piotrowski

@EdPiotrowski

10 months

12:25pm - Tree uprooted in Murrells Inlet. This from Meteorologist @ClaudiaOlechWX whose mom lives there! #scwx #Ncwx

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Happy Mother’s Day to my rock and all the moms out there!💗Glad the rain came to an end early this morning :) Mostly sunny conditions expected for the rest of the day 😎

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

You seeing what I’m seein ?👀😌

NWS Chicago

@NWSChicago

2 years

👀☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Goooood morning! A gorgeous start to what will be a chilly day. Temperatures will stay within the low to mid 30's but we'll see plenty of sunshine :) Cloud cover moves in tomorrow with rain back by Thursday☔️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Happy Fat Tuesday!!! Someone please have a pączek for me today ❤️😋

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Wow🤩 It doesn’t get better than this!! Temperatures will be back in the 80’s this afternoon with sunshine and a few clouds. A cold front brings us a few changes into the weekend, join us for the last half hour on 13 News Today for more! Happy Friday☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Happy Monday!! What a pleasant way to start a new week. Enjoy the sunshine this morning as we won't see much of it this week☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Happy first day of Meteorological Spring!! Definitely going to feel like Spring this afternoon as temperatures climb into the middle 50's with some glimpses of sunshine🌷 Friday brings a chance for wintry weather, may even see a few inches of snow. Stay tuned for more details.

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Just a friendly reminder to get outside ☀️Such a beautiful first day of fall!!🍁

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Happy Wednesday! Starting the day with a gorgeous sunrise🤩 Grab the sunglasses before you head out the door as we lock in the sunshine as conditions remain dry. Showers may return into tomorrow morning, tune in to 13 News Today for all the details!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Snow Squall Warning has been issued for portions of our area until 8:45pm!!! Sudden drop in visibility is likely with bursts of heavy snow⚠️⚠️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

🤩❤️

Barry Butler Photography

@barrybutler9

1 year

Saturday's Sunrise Start on the North Branch of the Chicago River. #weather #news #ilwx #chicago

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Rest easy Gerry. The nicest person you could meet, always kept everything up to speed. You will be missed.

13 WREX

@13WREX

3 years

The 13 WREX family said good-bye to our long-time engineer Gerry Meinders, who joined the station on Feb. 1, 1963. We'll honor Gerry tonight on 13 News at 6.

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Here's today's sunrise from NIU that put a smile on my face! A few showers and storms will soon roll through as the heat still remains in control.🌡️ We're live on 13 News Today with more!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

Take a look at today's sunrise!! That hazy is due to the wildfire smoke that has reached us all the way from Canada. We'll stay dry and hazy today with slightly cooler temperatures. Tune in for the last hour of 13 News Today for more!☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

8 months

🚨UPDATE🚨 Our area just got upgraded to a 3/5 for severe potential. Large hail will be the biggest concern. Strong winds and tornadoes are also possible. We'll be live on 13 News Midday for more at 11 a.m. Stay weather aware today!👀

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

6 months

Today is the day!! This afternoon we will see 90% coverage of the total solar eclipse at 2:05 p.m. Mostly sunny skies are expected with a chance of a few low clouds. Temperatures will also climb into the mid to upper 60s for a pleasant day. Join us on 13 News Today for more!😃

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

👀

AccuWeather

@accuweather

1 year

In an unusual occurrence, a state outside of Tornado Alley currently leads the 2023 twister count: Illinois. #ILwx 🌪

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

10 months

We had a gorgeous sunrise this morning as frigid temperatures took over. We'll stay below freezing all morning long with some cloud cover joining us. Quiet weather takes over before rainy and warmer weather moves in for the holiday weekend. Hope you stay warm this morning!☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Winter is coming...👀

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

9 months

It's days like this I wish I was a kid on a snow day, looking forward to sledding and a good ole snowball fight.❄️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

Happy first day of meteorological spring!!🌷

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

This one hurts…😔❄️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

🙌🏼🌧️

NWS Chicago

@NWSChicago

1 year

By the way, this was the biggest rainfall in Rockford since February 28th. #ILwx

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

7 months

Was greeted by the one and only graupel this Friday morning 🤩 #graupel @NWSChicago

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

1 year

This afternoon brings comfortable conditions as you might notice some haze! Wildfire smoke sweeps through part of northern Illinois. It quickly moves out before the heat takes over... Heat indices will climb into the triple digits starting Sunday and into next week.🌡️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Such a beautiful sunrise!! We're in for a toasty Tuesday with the lower 90's returning this afternoon ☀️

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

3 years

⚠️HEADS UP⚠️ Far northwest Illinois and southern Wisconsin counties will see a Winter Weather Advisory tonight with a concern for freezing rain and/or a wintry mix tonight into the morning. May impact tomorrow's morning commute, keep an eye on the forecast for any updates!!

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Claudia Olech

@ClaudiaOlechWX

2 years

Bundle up as you head out the door. Yes, it's cold BUT the 70's will be back by Friday 😉

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