Chris Knoll

Charleston

Morning Meteorologist at KREX-TV (Grand Junction, CO)

FSU Meteorology 2020, Weekend Meteorologist for WOWK 13

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Mountaineer Mile comes to downtown Charleston

3 weeks ago | wowktv.com | Chris Knoll

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — Inspired by Governor Morrisey’s Mountaineer Mile initiative, The Health Plan has mapped out a downtown version. The inaugural walk kicked off at noon Wednesday starting at The Health Plan’s Charleston office. The one-mile walk to promote wellness strolls around several local businesses, around Henry Gassaway Davis Park, and next to the Kanawha River.
Frost advisories issued for some West Virginia counties

3 weeks ago | wowktv.com | Chris Knoll

(WOWK) – Skies will clear up this evening and StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict efficient cooling overnight. This quick expected cooling led the National Weather Service to issue frost advisories for Nicholas, Webster, Tucker, Pocahontas, and Randolph Counties overnight. The advisory will be lifted at 8 AM Sunday morning. Cooler than normal temperatures will stick around in the region for Sunday, but the heat quickly builds up for the work week.
Severe weather returns Tuesday

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Chris Knoll

(WOWK) – We saw good weather for clean up this weekend, but StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict that strong thunderstorms will return on Tuesday. The Storm Prediction Center has issued a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms for this upcoming Tuesday. The strongest storms are expected to form in Kentucky and will weaken as the approach. The primary threat for these storms will be the potential for damaging wind. Hail will also be present in the strongest storm cells.
Weather forecast for Pro Road Championship in Charleston

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Chris Knoll

(WOWK) – Cyclists are ready for the Pro Road National Championship starts Monday in Charleston, West Virginia, but how is the weather expected to hold up? StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict great racing weather on Monday, but significant changes are expected to roll through for the middle of the week. Scattered rain showers and thunderstorms will blow through Tuesday. The strongest storms are expected during the late evening hours at this time. Rain carries over into Wednesday.
Flood watches issued as severe thunderstorms approach

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Chris Knoll

(WOWK) – Heavy rain showers a few hailstorms have already passed through the region earlier in the day, and StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict more strong thunderstorms rolling through later this afternoon and evening. Flood watches have already been issued for most of the viewing area. The current flood watch is set to expire at 4 AM Saturday morning, however this could be extended later in the day if depending on how many afternoon and evening storms develop.
Severe weather preparedness

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Chris Knoll

(WOWK) – StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict that several rounds of severe storms will blow through starting tonight. With the rounds of severe storms, it’s important to have a plan in place as well as a storm kit in case disaster strikes. It’s generally a good idea to have some sort of emergency kit in the house or car in the event of a power outage or severe weather event.
Severe Weather Outlook

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Chris Knoll

(WOWK) – StormTracker 13 Meteorologists predict that three rounds of severe thunderstorms will be passing through the region over the next 36 hours. The Severe Weather Prediction center has issued severe weather outlooks for both tonight and tomorrow. The slideshow below has all the storm outlooks for tonight. Tonight’s storms will be small and very scattered, but don’t let that fool you.
Cicadas cause a summer buzz in Appalachia

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Chris Knoll

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — After 17 years of anticipation, the cicadas of brood XIV have emerged across the nation. Here’s what the buzz is about with these singing insects. This year’s batch of cicadas are mostly part of brood XIV. This bunch is the largest brood of 17-year cicadas in the nation and the insects will be spotted in 13 different states. This group is about the same size as the 13-year brood XIX which is one of the groups that emerged last year.
West Virginia is the home of Mother's Day

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Chris Knoll

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — Mother’s Day is fast approaching and not everyone knows about its deep connection to the Mountain State. The first official Mother’s Day celebration was held in 1908 in Grafton, WV, and it initially started as a friendship day. Anna Jarvis, a Grafton native, pushed for the creation of the holiday to honor her mother, and her efforts to treat Civil War soldiers as well her dedication to her community as a whole.
Union Mission honors West Virginia women dedicated to serving communities

1 month ago | wowktv.com | Chris Knoll

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The Union Mission hosted their annual Women on a Mission luncheon at the Charleston Marriot Wednesday afternoon to celebrate women who gove above and beyond to help their community in various ways. The Union Mission chose five honorees this year based on merit and for their contributions to their local communities and for dedicating their time, resources and talents to help others.