Josh Hodell

Chief Meteorologist at WYOU-TV (Wilkes-Barre, PA)

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Tracking potential storms across NEPA

3 weeks ago | pahomepage.com | Josh Hodell

(WBRE/WYOU)— A weak cold front will trigger a couple of showers and thunderstorms tonight. IF a storm can become strong, gusty winds are possible. Otherwise, heavy downpours will be the main threat. A frontal boundary will stall across Pennsylvania on Friday and Saturday. As disturbances move along this boundary, showers and thunderstorms will develop and move across the region Friday afternoon and evening.
Tracking potential storms across NEPA this weekend

3 weeks ago | pahomepage.com | Josh Hodell

(WBRE/WYOU) — A frontal boundary may stall across Pennsylvania this Saturday. Scattered showers and thunderstorms could continue on Saturday. We can expect them to be in the area in the morning, but they should taper off in the afternoon. Saturday’s highs will be in the mid-70s. We may get a little break from the rain Saturday night and Sunday morning. Then, the next disturbance in the lineup will approach with more showers, and perhaps a thunderstorm, Sunday afternoon and evening.
Mixed bag of winter weather for Valentine's weekend

Feb 14, 2025 | pahomepage.com | Josh Hodell

(WBRE/WYOU) — A winter storm will move across the Northeast this weekend. Once again, we’re expecting a “mixed bag” across central and northeastern Pennsylvania. Snow will develop on Saturday between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. For the most part, 2-4″ will accumulate prior to the changeover to a wintry mix in the evening. Highs on Saturday will be in the lower and middle 30s, but that will likely happen in the evening.
Mixed bag of winter weather for Valentine’s weekend

Feb 14, 2025 | yahoo.com | Josh Hodell

(WBRE/WYOU) — A winter storm will move across the Northeast this weekend. Once again, we’re expecting a “mixed bag” across central and northeastern Pennsylvania. Snow will develop on Saturday between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. For the most part, most places will see 1-3″ with isolated spots getting 4″ prior to the changeover to a wintry mix in the evening. Low pressure in the Ohio Valley will spread light snow into the area by midday.
Snow showers expected for Tuesday morning

Jan 27, 2025 | pahomepage.com | Josh Hodell |Julia Priest

(WBRE/WYOU) — On Tuesday, you can expect scattered snow showers with the potential of a morning snow squall. An Arctic front could bring increasing clouds Monday night and help to keep the wind gusty. Lows will be in the middle 20s. As the Arctic front moves across the region Tuesday morning, you can expect scattered snow showers with the potential of a morning snow squall. Remember, a snow squall is like a summer thunderstorm.
Winter storm arrives in PA, snow falls across region

Jan 17, 2025 | pahomepage.com | Josh Hodell |Ricky J. Turner

(WBRE/WYOU) — The winter storm we’ve been talking about is here. Behind it? A big push of Arctic air. Snow is anticipated to continue into the early part of Sunday night before tapering off close to midnight. Clouds should then decrease and become partly cloudy. It could also be breezy and cold with a low near 10°.
Winter storm expected to generate up to 6 inches Sunday

Jan 17, 2025 | pahomepage.com | Josh Hodell

(WBRE/WYOU)— A winter storm will develop and track on the eastern seaboard on Sunday. While the exact track of the storm is not set in stone yet, we’ll be on the northern and colder side of it. This is a quick-moving storm but has the potential to give us a plowable snow. You can expect periods of snow Sunday afternoon and night. The snow will be done by early Monday morning. The snow map shows our first outlook for this winter storm.
Cold weather, snow showers expected this week in NEPA

Dec 2, 2024 | pahomepage.com | Josh Hodell

(WBRE/WYOU) — Cold air is firmly in place across Pennsylvania. While we do expect this to continue through the weekend, we’ll be tracking snow showers as well. A few flurries and snow showers will be here Monday night. Little to no accumulation is expected. Temperatures will fall into the upper teens and lower 20s by Tuesday morning. You can expect a mix of clouds and some sun on Tuesday. Once again, a flurry or snow shower is possible.
Cold weather, snow showers expected this week in NEPA

Dec 2, 2024 | yahoo.com | Josh Hodell

(WBRE/WYOU) — Cold air is firmly in place across Pennsylvania. While we do expect this to continue through the weekend, we’ll be tracking snow showers as well. A few flurries and snow showers will be here Monday night. Little to no accumulation is expected. Temperatures will fall into the upper teens and lower 20s by Tuesday morning. You can expect a mix of clouds and some sun on Tuesday. Once again, a flurry or snow shower is possible.
Flash Flood Watch in place across PA as Tropical Storm Debby approaches

Aug 8, 2024 | pahomepage.com | Josh Hodell |Julia Priest

EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — The remnants of Tropical Storm Debby and an approaching cold front will bring heavy rain to Pennsylvania. A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for most of the area. Scattered showers will move across the area on Thursday. While there will be pockets of heavier rain, most of it should be on the lighter side. Humidity will go up with temperatures holding in the upper 60s and lower 70s. You can expect periods of rain on Friday.