Tawana Andrew

Weather is a passion for Tawana Andrew. She dreamed of being a meteorologist since she was six years old. Tawana is excited to bring her love of meteorology and her dedication to keeping viewers informed to the WAVE 3 News Storm Tracking Team.

Before joining WAVE 3 News in October 2016, Tawana was the morning meteorologist at WABG-TV, then the co-anchor of The Delta News Morning in Greenville, Mississippi.

Tawana is a proud Florida State University graduate. She is also a Mississippi Association of Public Broadcasters Award winner.

Tawana is originally from St. John's, Antigua. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, baking, and watching sci-fi movies.

Recent Articles by Tawana

Behind the Forecast: How cold weather affects air quality

Man-made or natural sources of pollutants can degrade air quality but how does winter weather play a role? Learn more in this Science Behind the Forecast.

Tawana Andrew

Published January 17, 2020 at 9:15 AM

New members could save up to $80.

Tawana Andrew

Published January 13, 2020 at 10:50 AM

Behind the Forecast: Difference between climate change and global warming

The terms "climate change" and "global warming" are often used interchangeably but they are not the same thing.

Tawana Andrew

Published December 27, 2019 at 9:00 AM

Behind the Forecast: The link between cold weather and common cold

Rhinoviruses spread through the air as small droplets that are inhaled or by person-to-person contact.

Tawana Andrew

Published December 20, 2019 at 9:13 AM

Behind the Forecast: 7 ways Winter affects your body

Winter weather can affect everything from your lungs to your sleep cycles.

Tawana Andrew

Published December 11, 2019 at 11:06 AM

Lynn Bowden Jr. named UK’s first Paul Hornung Award winner

The award was announced Wednesday by the Louisville Sports Commission.

Tawana Andrew

Published December 11, 2019 at 7:53 AM

Shepherdsville Police warn of $4,000 telephone scam

Anyone with information about this scammer is asked to contact the Shepherdsville Police Department or the Louisville Metro Police Department.

Tawana Andrew

Published December 9, 2019 at 12:01 PM

Study: Rate of repeat concussions in high school sports drops

The Centers for Disease Control statistics show that 800,000 traumatic brain injuries occur in kids every year.

Tawana Andrew

Published December 2, 2019 at 10:52 AM

Behind the Forecast: Black Friday, Cyber Monday’s environmental impact

Between Thanksgiving Day and New Year's Day, USPS projects that they will make 800 million deliveries.

Tawana Andrew

Published December 2, 2019 at 4:51 AM

Behind the Forecast: Winter’s chilling effect on cars

The cold winter air does not get along with our vehicles and wreaks havoc on everything from our tires to the engine.

Tawana Andrew

Published November 22, 2019 at 8:38 AM

Behind the Forecast: Does cold weather affect hair growth

There's a myth floating around that cold air causes hair loss. Meteorologist Tawana Andrew explains why that may or may not be true.

Tawana Andrew

Published November 15, 2019 at 8:36 AM

Avoiding child choking hazards during holiday season

In addition to candy and toys, holiday decorations can become additional choking hazards in the home.

Tawana Andrew

Published November 11, 2019 at 10:32 AM

Behind the Forecast: How an icy flight can get dicey

Ice collecting on a plane can reduce lift, which helps keep the plane in the air, and even cause an aerodynamic stall (this is an issue that can lead to a temporary loss of control).

Tawana Andrew

Published November 8, 2019 at 9:14 AM

25-year-old North Vernon man killed in Jennings County crash

It's unknown if drugs or alcohol were involved; the investigation is ongoing.

Tawana Andrew

Published November 4, 2019 at 9:18 AM

Indiana State Trooper hit, injured during a traffic stop

Indiana State law requires drivers approaching a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights to move out of the closest lane if possible or reduce speed to at least 10 mph below the speed limit.