Erik Dean

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Meteorologist at KCRG-TV (Cedar Rapids, IA)

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9 tips for keeping your hiking adventures safe

2 months ago | azbigmedia.com | Erik Dean

As a sports medicine specialist, I’ve seen my fair share of hiking mishaps that could have been avoided with a bit of preparation and mindfulness. Before you lace up your boots and hit the trails, let’s talk about making your hiking adventures both enjoyable and safe. FOOD NEWS: 10 celebrity chef restaurants to try in ArizonaTHINGS TO DO: Want more news like this?
9 things Arizona hikers should know before hitting the trail

2 months ago | yourvalley.net | Erik Dean

Erik Dean, DO Submitted photo By Erik Dean, DO | HonorHealth As a sports medicine specialist, I’ve seen my fair share of hiking mishaps that could have been avoided with a bit of preparation and mindfulness. Before you lace up your boots and hit the trails, let’s talk about making your hiking adventures both enjoyable and safe. Train before you trek Think of hiking as a sport — because it is! Just as you wouldn’t run a marathon without training, don’t tackle challenging trails without some...
A.R.H. Mountain Student Achiever - Steven Todd Layne

Aug 19, 2024 | wymt.com | Erik Dean

HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - Steven Todd Layne was a senior at East Ridge High School where he graduate with a G.P.A. of 4.05!He played football and baseball for the warriors the past few seasons and is heading to U-Pike here he is majoring in biomedical sciences. Congratulations Steven. Copyright 2024 WYMT. All rights reserved.
A.R.H. Mountain Student Achiever - Molly Katherine Coleman

Aug 12, 2024 | wymt.com | Erik Dean

HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - Molly Katherine Coleman was a senior at Pikeville High School where she graduated with a G.P.A. of 4.0!She was the class president and won back-to-back national cheerleading titles. Congratulations Molly! Copyright 2024 WYMT. All rights reserved.
The wind continues for Sunday

Mar 16, 2024 | kcrg.com | Erik Dean

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - After seeing plenty of sunshine for your Saturday, we'll see clear skies this evening. The wind however will stay in play with overnight lows in the mid to upper 20s. For Sunday, winds are set to intensify once again, continuing through the afternoon and posing a significant fire risk due to a combination of windy conditions, low humidity levels, and dry fuel sources.
A beautiful finish to the weekend is in store

Mar 9, 2024 | kcrg.com | Erik Dean

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Looks like we're in for a pretty pleasant stretch ahead. If you enjoyed your Saturday, Sunday's forecast is a mirror image, just without the wind. Expect lots of sunshine, with temperatures climbing back into the 50s. And the good news doesn't stop there - Monday and Tuesday are shaping up to be even better, with highs reaching the upper 60s to lower 70s. Bottom line, if you've got outdoor plans, it's looking like smooth sailing for the start of the week.
Get ready for lots of sunshine for this weekend

Mar 8, 2024 | kcrg.com | Erik Dean

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - After seeing some rain for Friday, we have cleared out which will pave the way for a nice amount of sunshine for your Saturday. NEXT 24 HOURS Today brings sunny skies, albeit with windy conditions from the northwest at speeds of 15-25 mph, keeping temperatures in the mid-40s. Tonight, expect clear skies with winds slowing down to 5-15 mph from the northwest, and temperatures dropping into the mid-20s.
Record-breaking Warmth Gives Way to Cooler Temperatures

Mar 3, 2024 | kcrg.com | Erik Dean

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Eastern Iowa experienced an exceptional warm spell today, with temperatures soaring into the 70s and even touching the low 80s, shattering some long-standing records. NEXT 24 HOURS As evening approaches, there's a slight possibility of showers or thunderstorms. This trend sets the stage for a change in weather patterns as we transition into the new week.
Clear skies with increasing wind continue this evening

Mar 2, 2024 | kcrg.com | Erik Dean

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - **A Red Flag Warning has been issued for parts of Eastern Iowa on Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM.**Southerly winds, ranging between 15 to 25 MPH with gusts reaching as high as 40 MPH, and humidity levels as low as 30 percent, pose significant fire hazards. Under these conditions, any fires are likely to spread rapidly and prove challenging to control. Consequently, outdoor burning activities are strongly discouraged.
Overall, lots of sun this weekend

Mar 1, 2024 | kcrg.com | Erik Dean

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Get ready for an intriguing weekend ahead, characterized by the potential for critical fire weather conditions as record to near-record highs are expected, accompanied by strong southerly winds. A cold front moving in from Sunday night through Monday night offers the next chance for precipitation. Looking further ahead, the long-range forecast points towards above-normal temperatures and precipitation for the first half of March.