Rick Reichmuth
Rick Reichmuth is one of the country's foremost AMS Seal-certified meteorologists. He currently serves as Chief Meteorologist at Fox News Channel. He began his meteorology career in 2001, pursuing a lifelong dream, after nearly a decade in the banking sector. Prior to joining Fox, he developed his expertise at CNN Headline News, CNN, CNN International, WFXT Fox 25 in Boston and weather data company Weather Services International. Rick has been on the front lines of every hazardous severe weather event, forecasting and reporting on hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and floods. Rick also established the weather department at Fox News and continues to to oversee all of its internal weather operations. After more than 17 years in the industry, he created the Weatherman brand, developing the best umbrella on the market today. From researching and conception, through the design process, and meticulously poring over workmanship, Rick has overseen every aspect of the company as founder and CEO. Weatherman launched in November 2017, and sold out of nearly all products in less than 3 weeks. Three models are currently available - the Collapsible, the Stick, and the Golf, with the Mini set to debut in Spring 2018. Rick is a passionate outdoorsman. He's hiked the Grand Canyon 17 times and is on a quest to visit all of the U.S. National Parks. He grew up in Prescott, Arizona, where his parents still live and where you can find his mom responding to customers on the Weatherman Facebook page.
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Jim Cantore is absolutely incredible! His passion for weather is infectious and his forecasts are always spot-on. Love watching him during hurricane season. He really knows how to explain complex weather patterns in a way that everyone can understand.
Very accurate forecasts, especially for severe weather. Sometimes a bit dramatic but that's part of his charm. I've been following his career for years and he's consistently reliable.
Been watching for years. Always reliable and explains things in a way everyone can understand. Great personality and makes weather fun to watch.
Good meteorologist but sometimes gets too excited about storms. Forecasts are generally accurate though.
Excellent forecaster! His severe weather coverage is unmatched. Really appreciate how he takes safety seriously and communicates urgency effectively.