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Topper Shutt

Washington, D.C.

Chief Meteorologist at WUSA-TV (Washington, DC)

Chief Meteorologist for @wusa9 evenings at 5, 6 & 11. Nothing better than a good snow storm. Avid golfer. Father of three and husband.

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  • 2 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Topper Shutt

    Twenty-three years ago, the historic La Plata tornado, a deadly supercell storm, hit southern Maryland and parts of the Eastern Shore, causing $100 million in damage LA PLATA, Md. — On a Sunday evening in late April 2002, a deadly supercell storm tore across the DMV, killing five people and causing millions of dollars worth of damage. Twenty-three years ago, the historic La Plata tornado hit southern Maryland and parts of the Eastern Shore on April 28.

  • 1 month ago | wusa9.com | Topper Shutt

    Cooler with rounds of showers Sunday, rain and showers Sunday night When: Sunday: on and off all day, steadier at night Threats ShowersAreas of light rainTemps falling from the 60s to 50s Impact: Too wet to cut the grassToo wet for tennis and pickle ballWet roads Need:  Umbrella or other rain gearPostpone outdoor activities during showersGet the dog towels outJacket, temps fall all day  A cold front will move through the Metro Area Sunday.

  • Jan 31, 2025 | wusa9.com | Topper Shutt

    Credit: AP Groundhog Club co-handler John Griffiths co-handler Al Dereume holds Punxsutawney Phil, the weather prognosticating groundhog, during the 133rd celebration of Groundhog Day on Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pa. Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019. Phil's handlers said that the groundhog has forecast an early spring. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) WASHINGTON — UPDATE: Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow last year but what about this year? Groundhog Day 2025: Every Feb.

  • Nov 19, 2024 | wusa9.com | Topper Shutt

    WASHINGTON — Colder air will rush in behind a strong cold front Wednesday setting the mountains up west of the divide for their big first snowfall. Rain changes to snow by 10 p.m. Wednesday. Snow tapers off by Thursday morning but then really picks up by noon Thursday. Snow will continue, heavy at times through Friday into Saturday. Winds will also be a factor with gusts over 40 mph. Blizzard conditions are possible with visibility below 1/4 mile.

  • Sep 24, 2024 | wusa9.com | Topper Shutt

    Credit: ASSOCIATED PRESS Baltimore reserve fire fighters go through the wreckage on the Maryland University campus Sept. 25,2001 in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Joe Marquette) COLLEGE PARK, Md. — On Sept. 24, 2001, a strong cold front spawned several tornadoes in the region. Shortly after 3 p.m., that day, a tornado touched down in Culpeper County in Rixeyville.

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Topper Shutt
Topper Shutt @TenaciousTopper
11 May 25

In case you missed the news on @wusa9, here's the latest 7 day forecast. More at https://t.co/22dBSKhDf4 #WUSA9Weather #GetUpDC @wusa9 @MiriWeather @leslifoster @lorenzohall https://t.co/xWmlyiLrR2

Topper Shutt
Topper Shutt @TenaciousTopper
10 May 25

In case you missed the news on @wusa9, here's the latest 7 day forecast. More at https://t.co/22dBSKhDf4 #WUSA9Weather #GetUpDC @wusa9 @MiriWeather @leslifoster @lorenzohall https://t.co/GxjVFqhHiN

Topper Shutt
Topper Shutt @TenaciousTopper
10 May 25

Mother’s Day weekend is when we plant our summer flowers. Breezy & a bit crisp out but gorgeous. #mothersday #weather #wusa9weather @miriweather @kaitlynmcgrath @makaylalucerowx @wusa9 @wusaweatherman https://t.co/ltn6zTv8fH