Nick Russo
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Nick Russo joined the NBC12 First Alert Weather Team in October 2018. He won a regional Emmy award in 2020 for his role in NBC12’s coverage of flash flooding in metro Richmond.
Nick previously worked as a weather forecaster for NBC25/FOX66 in Flint, Michigan, WOAY-TV in Oak Hill, West Virginia, and KMID-TV in Midland, Texas.
He grew up south of Boston, Massachusetts and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Television Studies with a concentration in Broadcast News and a minor in Atmospheric Science from Lyndon State College (now known as Vermont State University - Lyndon) in Lyndonville, Vermont. He graduated cum laude.
Nick knew he wanted to forecast the weather ever since 5th grade when he was fascinated by snowstorms, thunderstorms, and hurricanes. A dog lover, Nick adopted his dog Rose from the Richmond SPCA in November 2019.
He loves spending time with his wife, exploring the outdoors, exercising, enjoying good food, and watching football. If you have any weather questions or restaurant recommendations, connect with Nick on social media!
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Tropical Storm Ophelia made landfall early Saturday near Emerald Isle, North Carolina.
It’s officially Autumn! This week’s forecast features highs in the 70s.
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We are tracking Tropical Storm Ophelia. Rain and winds continue to pick up this morning.
We are tracking what is likely to be Tropical Storm Ophelia that will bring rain this afternoon/evening lasting into early Sunday morning
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Replacing your garage door, roof, trimming trees, and getting flood insurance are all things you can do to protect your home before a storm strikes
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The money will be spent on monitoring and modeling for right whale sightings along the East Coast, along with vessel strike and fishing rope entanglement reduction efforts
Most of the rain should clear by daybreak Monday. Mainly dry with a fall feel Monday through Friday.
An isolated shower possible Sunday morning, better rain chance Sunday afternoon through Sunday night.
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Showers and storms are likely this afternoon and at any point on Sunday.
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A dry summer across much of central Virginia could result in less impressive fall colors than usual this year.
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Our forecast high is 97 degrees on Monday, which would break the record of 95 set back in 1970.
Hot week ahead! The next chance for storms arrives late in the week.
Near record-breaking heat on Labor Day. We should stay dry for at least the next 7 days.
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Hurricane Idalia made landfall earlier Wednesday morning around Keaton Beach, Florida.
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We’ll have daily rain chances through late Tuesday with a stationary front nearby.
Another hot and humid day today. Cooler than average plus daily rain chances Sunday-Tuesday.
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Our snow chances this winter look better than they have in a half-decade.
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A few strong to severe storms possible this afternoon, mainly south and east of RVA.
Heat index values 100° to 106° Sunday and Monday. A few strong storms are possible Monday afternoon.
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A few strong to severe storms will be possible on Thursday.
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Scattered thunderstorms could become severe Monday afternoon and evening.
An isolated storm is possible this afternoon, better chance for showers and storms this evening and overnight. First Alert Weather Day Monday for the potential of severe thunderstorms.
Slight chance of a storm late in the day Sunday. Better chance for thunderstorms Monday evening.
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Most tropical storms and hurricanes happen in August, September, and October.
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Wind damage, hail, heavy rain and frequent lightning are possible with this afternoon and evening storms. Much calmer and cooler Sunday!
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Dangerous heat continues with strong to severe storms possible on Saturday.
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Tuesday is a First Alert Weather Day for strong to severe storms possible, especially across the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula.
Rain and a few storms Monday morning, another round is possible Monday afternoon and evening.
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High temperatures across central Virginia will push well into the 90s for several days starting Wednesday
A low humidity (for July) day make for a comfortable Saturday. Rain chances climb late Sunday and Monday.
Another humid day plus downpours are likely this morning and midday.
Humid with a chance of thunderstorms today and tomorrow. Heat indices near 100° this weekend. Try to stay cool!
A pleasant drop in humidity the next couple days with dry weather in place, but also a hot stretch ahead.
Rain chance goes away for a few days, with a pleasant drop in humidity this evening through Wednesday.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 6 PM. Damaging winds could cause scattered power outages and downed trees.
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Sunday is a First Alert Weather Day for the potential of flooding and wind damage.
First Alert Weather Day Sunday for a few strong to severe storms during the afternoon and evening. Heavy rain is likely, hail and damaging wind gusts are possible.
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Two melanoma survivors in central Virginia share their story to raise awareness.
A few showers and storms pop up again today with a daily storm chance through the weekend.
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The hottest day of the year so far is expected Monday with potential strong to severe storms late in the day.
Hot and humid with daily afternoon thunderstorm chances through this week.
Hazy skies linger today, our air quality continues to improve.
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Strong to severe storms will be possible Monday afternoon.
First Alert Weather Day Monday for the possibility of wind damage, large hail, heavy rain and a tornado.
Our rain chances go down this weekend, but we will likely still get some late day storms with warmer temperatures. We have a First Alert Weather Day for severe storm potential late Monday
Today will be humid with more rounds of showers and storms likely. Some tropical-type downpours are expected
Another day with rain likely. Today, some localized flooding is possible as some downpours and storms are likely this afternoon
Humid and cloudy with daily rain chances through the weekend.
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