Evan Chickvara
Meteorologist at Sinclair Broadcast Group
Weekday Morning Meteorologist at WBMA-TV (Birmingham, AL)
Meteorologist Mississippi State Alumni Husband, Father Lauren, Harper, Adam. Co-Host of Weather Wise Guys Podcast
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1 week ago |
abc3340.com | Evan Chickvara
Good morning! The rain has finished for now, and we can expect several hours without precipitation, along with some sunshine. However, storms are likely after 4 PM, similar to the pattern we experienced on Sunday night, moving from west to east this evening. Although most storms should remain below severe limits, gusty winds, hail, and lightning are possible.
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1 month ago |
abc3340.com | Evan Chickvara
As we approach the start of summer here in Alabama, we can expect the arrival of thunderstorms. In just a few short weeks, kids will be out of school, spending their time playing, swimming, and enjoying cookouts—lots of fun outdoor activities! However, it’s important to stay safe when these afternoon thunderstorms roll in. One common misconception is that if it’s not raining or storming in your immediate area, you’re safe from lightning.
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1 month ago |
abc3340.com | Evan Chickvara
Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight, Tuesday morning!Catch the peak of the Eta Aquariids early Tuesday from 2–5 a.m.The moon sets around 3 a.m., so the best viewing is after that until dawn. Look low in the eastern sky; expect 10–20 meteors per hour, skies should be mostly clear and ideal for viewing. The shower comes from Halley’s Comet debris, which Earth crosses each year from late April to May.
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2 months ago |
abc3340.com | Evan Chickvara
TOPICS:AlabamaFreezeTemperaturesSpringMarchBirminghamAprilFrostWe've had our fair share of warm afternoons following an, at times, frigid winter. Temperature trends across Alabama have trended much warmer since the record setting lows and snows of January, but are we in the clear of freezing temperatures? By the numbers, southern Alabama historically sees it's last freeze of the season in late February to early March.
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2 months ago |
abc3340.com | Evan Chickvara
On Saturday, 22 tornado warnings were issued for the Birmingham area, marking the highest single-day occurrence since March 17-18, 2021. Much of central Alabama was under a High Risk (level 5/5) designation from the Storm Prediction Center (SPC), similar to the event in 2021. Of the 22 tornado warnings issued, at least six evolved into radar-confirmed tornadoes via tornado debris signatures (TDS).
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Y'all may have seen this towering high in the Alabama sky Tuesday evening. I received several photos, then went full-on weather nerd with it. Here's a full explainer on what you saw and how it came to be! @natwxdesk @abc3340 #towering #cumulus #anvil https://t.co/01gsC7ynj1
Rain & thunderstorms this afternoon, a bit drier and hotter late week. Are rain chances increasing this weekend? Full forecast breakdown here 👇 https://t.co/TxjYHNq8XR
A look at various station totals across central AL from May 1st through 12th. The last time we had totals like this through the first 12 days was May of 2021. #alwx #climo #rain https://t.co/AScsitK0qA
