Scattered to numerous severe thunderstorms are expected to expand further east each day from the southern High Plains to the Tennessee and Lower Ohio Valleys today through Saturday. Heavy to excessive rainfall may bring flooding to parts of the Four Corners/Desert Southwest, coastal Carolinas, and Midwest regions today. Wildfire smoke will continue unhealthy air quality in the Midwest today. Read More >
Pendleton, OR
Weather Forecast Office
How did you become interested in your profession?
Was given to me by the Marine Corps, and grew into it.
What led you to a career with the NWS (National Weather Service)?
Exit from the Marine Corps into the civilian world.
How did you end up in Pendleton?
Close to my family and where I spent my HS time. Plus I like the weather here.
What do you enjoy most about working for the NWS?
The challenges of working for a great organization with tons of talented and gifted people.
What is your favorite type of weather and why?
Clear blue skies, and visibility for days. It allows you to see how amazing the Inland NW is.
What is the most memorable weather event you've ever experienced?
Water spout in Okinawa Japan.
What are some of your hobbies and interests outside of work?
Boxing, guns, outdoors, art, music, writing, science, speaking, many other things.
Where do you see yourself in ten years?
Getting closer to retirement and enjoying the inland NW and Amateur boxing as a coach.
US Dept of Commerce
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
National Weather Service
Pendleton, OR
2001 NW 56th Drive
Pendleton, OR 97801
(541) 276-4493
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