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Dad, Husband, Coach - Meteorologist @WLTX - Graduate and Fan @UofSC - Master's Degree @MSUWeather

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This is not exact, but notice the track of Helene and the current power outages. Another example of why you don't want to be on the right side of the circulation of a tropical system.
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Here is how our in-house forecast model sees the development of the tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico.
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3 years
Stephanie Googe Cochran and her husband Marc got caught in the tornado warned storm along Hwy 300 in Ulmer, SC yesterday. Here is the dramatic video she sent to me. #scwx
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2 months
Here is the latest run of our forecast model for South Carolina. #scwx
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1 month
Since there is so much interest in the football forecast for Saturday. Here is how our in-house model (9/13 06Z) sees things from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
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22 days
Here is the latest run (Wednesday 12Z) of our in-house forecast model in regards to now Hurricane Helene.
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1 month
The weather forecast for Saturday and the @GamecockFB game continues to improve, with only a slight chance of rain expected under mostly cloudy skies. I’ll be there, ready for rain just in case, but as of now, the forecast is looking pretty good. #Gamecocks
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Here is the latest run of our forecast model for South Carolina and North Carolina.
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7 years
A little ironic - Irma officially made landfall at 9:10 on 9-10 at Cudjoe Key. The peak of the Atlantic hurricane season is also 9-10. #irma
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7 years
Thank you @MastrianniChris for taking a picture with my boys @ColasGreekFest they were so excited. @RCSD
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22 days
The wind gust forecast for South Carolina early Friday morning is not something you want to see. Be prepared for gusty winds, heavy rainfall, and some tornadoes, especially early Friday.
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8 months
I had BBQ last night. It made me think of a SC sauce map I saw years ago. This idea was first thought of by a couple of University of South Carolina geography professors in the 1980s. I grew up and have lived in the mustard region my whole life. #southcarolina #bbq #sauce
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3 years
An image from Brandon Deal's Facebook page showing the large tornado moving through Allendale earlier today. #scwx
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20 days
Here the radar near landfall and how our in-house forecast model (GRAF) handled it.
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Here's the latest from our in-house forecast model. There's still a chance for rain during Saturday's @GamecockFB game, but the outlook has improved. Don't let the chance of rain dampen your plans! I'll be ready for rain, but I hope we stay dry. #Gamecocks
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2 months
Some hot and humid weather for @GamecockFB Saturday afternoon. It will possibly be one of the hottest home kickoff temperatures recorded. As of now, there is only a small chance of a stray shower or storm. #Gamecocks
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5 years
I love leadership and motivational books. This is a short, easy to read book that will change the way you approach the pressures of life. Great job @JonGordon11 and @damonwest7 #coffeebean
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5 years
According to social media, no one was coming to this game. This is the most enthusiast crowd at Williams-Brice in a while.
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5 years
I saw this on a church sign in Winnsboro. I think we all can agree with it.
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18 days
Johnathan and I found a dog in Winnsboro. She is about dead. Someone just dumped her in a dog food bag. We are taking her to c vets now.
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3 years
I hope this forecast holds. The weather for @CoachSBeamer and @GamecockFB 's opening game looks great Saturday night. Pleasant temperatures and lower humidity levels. Me and my boys are ready to be back in Williams-Brice Stadium. #Gamecocks
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3 years
Forty-nine years ago today one of the greatest snowstorms in Southeastern US history began.
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5 years
This is why I never complain when it is "too cold" in South Carolina.
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22 days
Here is the latest (Wednesday, 06Z) run of our in-house forecast model concerning Tropical Storm Helene.
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9 years
From: Kim Boston - Caskets floating in the Springfield Cemetery, Samaria Road in Orangeburg. #SCFlood #SEFlood http://t.co/VQm2h4GAjT
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3 years
We are excited to welcome a little addition to the family next week. A low-shedding, hypoallergenic puppy.
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4 years
Since we opted out of football tickets, me and the boys made this ridiculous set-up (according to my wife).
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1 month
Seeing John Ritter trending brings a smile to my face. He was one of my favorites.
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Daniel Bonds
10 months
Please respect my decision. #TransferPortal
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1 month
Current @SEC football standings. @GamecockFB #Gamecocks
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22 days
Here is the latest run of our forecast model for South Carolina and North Carolina.
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21 days
The wind gust forecast from our in-house forecast model. I hope these don't pan out, but something to watch.
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2 years
That one was big, I felt and heard that one. #earthquake
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2 months
Here is the latest run of our forecast model for South Carolina. #scwx
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2 years
This is NOT an official forecast from the hurricane center, but notice how our in-house forecast model moves Ian across Florida and back over the Atlantic. Still a lot of uncertainty with this storm. #Ian #SCWX #WLTXWX
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2 years
The 50th anniversary of the big snowstorm across the Southeast is coming up in February. This could be a longshot, but if any of you have any pictures or memories of this event you'd like to share, I'd love to see the pictures and hear the stories. #scwx
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Daniel Bonds
3 years
The 2014 snow and 2022 snow. A lot has changed in about eight years.
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4 years
I have to brag on my 10-year-old son. In five months of eating better and no sodas, he has totally transformed himself - 20 lbs lighter.
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Here is the latest run of our forecast model for South Carolina and North Carolina.
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11 months
Since Covid, Laura has decorated for Christmas in mid-November. While we were at the game, she did it today.
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4 years
I have already had messages asking about snow next weekend (Feb 12-14) - Here are some 'rules' I go by when talking snow in SC. #WLTXWx
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3 years
The back deck is covered. A dusting of snow on the grass. #scwx @NWSColumbia
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2 years
Hershey is ready for some @GamecockFB - or at least my wife made him wear the jersey and pose. #Gamecocks
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1 year
Who remembers the November 1, 2014 snow? Nine years ago today, the earliest snowfall on record occurred in South Carolina. Some areas in Lexington County got a lot of snow too. At one point, I-20 in Lexington County was shut down due to the snowfall.
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2 months
Here is our latest in-house forecast model run. Friday is looking better and better. #scwx #ncwx #debby
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3 years
It’s hard to believe we are seeing snow in Winnsboro for a third time since January 16. #scwx
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4 years
I appreciate all the texts, messages and calls. I’ve had several people ask about my COVID experience. I thought I’d share:
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5 years
A meteorology legend. I’m thankful I’ve had the opportunity to work with and learn from one of the best ever. A picture from today and one from 2008. @JimGandyWLTX
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2 years
The latest run of our in-house forecast model. This model has done well with #Ian , in my opinion. #SCWX #WLTXWX
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3 years
Ran into @TKOriental - he’s not on social media anymore, but one of the most dedicated #Gamecock fans out there. @GamecockBasebll
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3 years
One of those crazy days. Severe thunderstorm warning with a possible tornado issue for our area. I start getting ready to go on-air then I get a call that my son has been in an accident. Luckily he was OK.
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4 years
I have had several people ask, so my wife suggested other people may be interested in my post-COVID symptoms. So, I thought I’d share -
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3 years
Things can change, but the weather for @UKFootball at @GamecockFB Saturday looks great. Temperatures in the middle 70s at kickoff. #Gamecocks #WLTXWx #SCWX
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2 months
Here is the latest run of our in-house forecast model for Debby. #SCWX
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Daniel Bonds
3 years
March 26, 2002 - 20 years ago today, a dark haired, 24-year-old guy reports to the TV station for his first day at work. Where has the time gone? #tv #wltx #weather #meteorology
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2 years
Thank you to @CoachSBeamer for taking the time for a picture with these boys. I know they were excited. I appreciate all you do. #Gamecocks
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January 24, 2000 - 23 years ago today. The "surprise snow" of 2000 occurred. Columbia got over 4 inches. Everything shutdown around mid-day, and the storm left many drivers stranded for hours. These pictures are from the next day. Fairfield County got between 5-10 inches. #scwx
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I am ready for some @Gamecockfb . The weather can change this far out, but here is the tailgating forecast for Saturday. It looks like it will be hot and humid for the first game of the year. #Gamecocks
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4 years
I just saw the widest and brightest rainbow I’ve ever seen. If you look closely, it’s a double rainbow.
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3 years
Since some asked, here is a wider view of the forecast this afternoon through early Saturday morning. #SCWX #WLTXWx
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1 year
July 4, 2008 - Me vs @CurtisWilson275 in a hotdog eating contest. Hard to believe this was 15 years ago.
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2 years
Since @cottonginbar seems to get a lot of @Gamecockfb recruits they want, maybe it will work for the weather too. #scwx
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5 years
After reviewing the security camera footage - pass interference is confirmed on the little brother.
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10 years
I was about to go to bed then @HeymanHustle came on. He is one of the best. #WWE #RAWNewark
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2 years
This is not an official forecast from the NHC, but our in-house forecast model moves the rain associated with #Ian a lot faster. We will have to see, still a lot to be determined. #SCWX #WLTXWX
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9 months
I did not know it, but January 30 is my work anniversary @WLTX . I started here 18 years ago today. In March, I will have been in the TV business for 22 years. Time flies.
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4 years
He may be retired, but he’s still South Carolina’s weatherman to me. Happy birthday @JimGandyWX
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5 years
If you like motivational books - @JonGordon11 is the man. I’m reading The Energy Bus now, it has already changed my approach to how I handle/do things.
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5 years
You can complain about things you can't control or you can control what you can control and let go of what you can't. You can focus on your problems or focus on getting better. You can look for an excuse or you can look within and find your best.
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7 months
I used to say, “people who wear jogging pants in public have given up.” Me at 46…
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3 years
One last measurement before I left the house this morning in Winnsboro. We had about 2 inches of snow. @NWSColumbia
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22 days
A stationary view of the latest (Wednesday 12Z) in-house forecast model run.
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2 years
Celebrating my 45th birthday @OceanLakes yesterday with my family.
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2 months
Here is the latest run of our forecast model for South Carolina. #scwx
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9 months
January 24, 2000: 24 years ago today. The "surprise snow" of 2000 occurred. Columbia got over 4 inches. Everything shut down around mid-day, and the storm left many drivers stranded for hours. These pictures are from the next day. Fairfield County got between 5 and 10 inches.
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4 months
Just saw this abandoned store in a mall. Some of you probably remember when you could only go to this restaurant in a mall.
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2 months
The latest run of in-house forecast model. A significant flooding threat is possible with Debby.
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3 years
The snow is still on the ground across the area, but is it too early to look ahead to Friday/Saturday? Nothing is in stone, but the pattern is still there.
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4 years
Just the four of us for our COVID Christmas. Thanks for all the messages and calls. After 15 days, other than a slight cough, I'm finally feeling like myself.
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5 years
A lot has changed since December 13, 2003. Happy 16th anniversary to my Twitterless wife.
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18 days
The dog we found dumped earlier today didn’t make it. She was too far gone.
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18 days
Johnathan and I found a dog in Winnsboro. She is about dead. Someone just dumped her in a dog food bag. We are taking her to c vets now.
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2 years
Here is the latest run of our forecast model for South Carolina. #scwx #WLTXWx
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2 years
Thursday night at Williams-Brice Stadium with Ian’s clouds above. #gamecocks
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4 years
We got a decent picture of all us. It's an Easter miracle.
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1 month
Here is the latest run of our forecast model for the South Carolina football game today. #Gamecocks
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2 years
After some restful time at the beach, I’m excited to join @AndreaMockSC @Brandon_Newsie and @Sullivan_Speaks on the @WLTX morning show Monday. I don’t have a green thumb like @AlexCalamiaWx or @JimGandyWX but I’ll be taking on Gandy’s Garden too.
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4 years
Glad my mom and dad have learned how to text.
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8 years
A code red alert for Wednesday - everyone may begin to experience health effects from poor air quality in those areas. #scwx
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2 months
Here is the latest run of our in-house forecast model as Debby continues to bring rain to the Carolinas. #scwx #ncwx
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Here is the latest run of our forecast model for South Carolina and North Carolina.
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2 months
Good news this morning about Jessica Rapsys.
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3 years
@CoachSBeamer Lots of fun last night watching the team compete and put it all together. It was well-worth being in the cold and wind to see this one with my brother and older son.
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Travis, my older son is participating in the Fairfield County Airport’s senior discovery flight program today. He was excited to fly in a plane for the first time. This is aviation week in South Carolina.
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The latest run (Tuesday, 06Z) of our in-house forecast model for the potential tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico.
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6 years
December 13, 2003 - she’s stuck it out with me 15 years so far.
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3 years
Whenever there is talk of wintry weather, I always think back when I was kid (80s - early 90s), sitting in front of the TV hoping to see my school was closed on the crawl. I guess with social media, text messages, etc., that is a joy my kids will never experience. #scwx #WLTXWx
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Happy Easter from the five of us.
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5 years
A big day ⁦ @WLTX ⁩ ⁦ @wx_danielle ⁩ makes her debut as the new weekend meteorologist.
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2 years
Since it seems to be working for recruiting purposes, maybe the @cottonginbar sign will work for weather too? Here's my crude attempt to make it happen.
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