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: Lightning’s true power

Two lightning records have recently been recognized and they are a bit shocking.

Tawana Andrew

Published July 3, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Behind the Forecast: Plastic rain? Yea... it’s a thing

Plastic precipitation is polluting parts of the United Staes that were once thought to be pristine.

Tawana Andrew

Published June 26, 2020 at 8:41 AM

Behind the Forecast: How winds turns wicked

A tornado does not need to occur for the wind cause significant damage; learn how in this Science Behind the Forecast.

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Published June 19, 2020 at 10:11 AM

The wind is a normal part of everyday life. Learn how the wind works in this week's Science Behind the Forecast.

Tawana Andrew

Published June 12, 2020 at 9:11 AM

Behind the Forecast: Worse than heat? How humidity can be dangerous

High humidity can negatively affect your body, making you feel tired and even hotter.

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Published June 5, 2020 at 8:59 AM

Behind the Forecast: Warmer global temperatures leading to stronger hurricanes

The 2020 hurricane season is off to an early start with the first storm forming in May. (NOAA)

Tawana Andrew

Published May 22, 2020 at 10:08 AM

Behind the Forecast: Ground-level ozone’s impact on your health, the environment

While ozone in the upper layers of the atmosphere is quite helpful, ozone near the ground is not.

Tawana Andrew

Published May 15, 2020 at 10:02 AM

Behind the Forecast: Asperitas clouds - The sky’s rolling waves

The word asperitas comes from the Latin root aspero, which means to “make rough or uneven.”

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Published May 1, 2020 at 9:18 AM

Behind the Forecast: Study finds parts of the US in potential megadrought

Is an ongoing drought in parts of the United States a "megadrought?" One study says yes.

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Published April 24, 2020 at 9:51 AM

Behind the Forecast: How tornadoes are rated

A tornado's size isn't necessarily indicative of its strength.

Tawana Andrew

Published April 17, 2020 at 10:31 AM

Behind the Forecast: COVID-19’s unexpected impact on weather forecast accuracy

COVID-19 is having an unintended impact on your weather forecast.

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Published April 10, 2020 at 9:25 AM

Behind the Forecast: COVID-19’s environmental impact

With millions of people advised or ordered to stay at home because of COVID 19, the planet has reacted in various ways.

Tawana Andrew

Published April 3, 2020 at 9:57 AM

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife offers educational programs through Facebook Live

The Salato Center remains open Tuesday through Saturday for outdoor exhibits with no admission fee.

Tawana Andrew

Published March 18, 2020 at 11:12 AM

COVID-19 case reported in Jennings County, Indiana

The total number of cases in Indiana is now up to 39 as of 10 AM on March 18.

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Published March 18, 2020 at 10:55 AM

Former UofL football star, Jamon Brown, organizes Coronavirus relief fundraiser

The fund's purpose is to provide financial assistance to those that are uninsured, underinsured, or economically disadvantaged in our communities, according to the GoFundMe page.

Tawana Andrew

Published March 18, 2020 at 10:11 AM

Behind the Forecast: How climate can influence the spread of disease

The impact of weather and climate on the spread of disease still needs a considerable amount of research.

Tawana Andrew

Published March 13, 2020 at 8:10 AM

Behind the Forecast: How inversions affect everything from fog to smog

Inversions are not well-known weather phenomena, but they can play a big part in the type of weather seen across a region.

Tawana Andrew

Published February 21, 2020 at 9:28 AM

Behind the Forecast: Dangers of flash and river flooding

Preliminary information for 2019 shows that 66% of the people who died in the United States from flooding were in their vehicles.

Tawana Andrew

Published February 14, 2020 at 8:51 AM

Behind the Forecast: How climate change can impact your glass of wine

A jump in global average temperatures could severely impact wine growing regions across the world.

Tawana Andrew

Published February 7, 2020 at 11:24 AM

Behind the Forecast: How weather could affect the Super Bowl

The weather forecast can be just as important as a team's quarterback during the Super Bowl.

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Published January 31, 2020 at 10:57 AM

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.