Jeff Morrow

Weathercaster

Baton Rouge, La.

Jeff Morrow is a weathercaster for WAFB 9News.

Although a Baton Rouge native, Morrow left for college, but returned back to his hometown in December 2008. Before his return he worked at KKCO in Grand Junction, Colorado.

In addition to his work on-air, Morrow has volunteered for Meals on Wheels, been a mentor for the senior year project for Livingston Parish High Schools, and also enjoys speaking to kids at local schools about weather and the news business in general.

Morrow is married and has two children. His dog Wally was a rescue who appeared on the WAFB pet segment in 2009. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his family, going on vacations, and eating at new and fun restaurants.

Education:

University of Oklahoma: Broadcasting and Electronic Media, and minor in Meteorology
Parkview Baptist high school

Recent Articles by Jeff

The weather pattern will stay hot, muggy, and mainly dry to close out June and for the first few days of July.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 28, 2020 at 5:17 PM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Hot, muggy, & mainly dry to start the week

The heat and humidity will be the big weather story as we start a new week.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 28, 2020 at 9:11 AM

It’s going to be a very uncomfortable next few days thanks to high humidity levels. The muggy air isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, unfortunately.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 27, 2020 at 5:44 PM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Improving air quality this weekend

The plume of Saharan dust we’ve been talking a lot about lately has begun to exit the local area. This will allow steady improvement in terms of air quality through the weekend.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 27, 2020 at 8:40 AM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: More storms on the way; NWS confirms tornado near Erwinville

More showers and thunderstorms are in the forecast late Wednesday afternoon as yet another upper air disturbance moves overhead. A Marginal Risk (1 out of 5) for severe weather remains in place through Wednesday night.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 24, 2020 at 3:49 PM

Rain and storms to continue over next 3 days

While no one particular day will be a washout, rain and t-storms will be likely over the next three days.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 23, 2020 at 11:46 AM

A wet weather pattern will be beginning to set up on Father’s Day Sunday. It won’t be a washout so don’t cancel any outdoor plans with dad.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 20, 2020 at 5:32 PM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Trending wetter next week

The mainly dry weather we’ve been experiencing lately will last through today.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 20, 2020 at 8:21 AM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Mainly dry weekend, then skies open up

We stay mainly dry to close out the work week and for the start of the weekend.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 19, 2020 at 12:35 PM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Lower than normal humidity the next few days

Drier air behind today's "backdoor" cold front will yield lower humidity levels through Thursday morning.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 16, 2020 at 10:35 AM

Dry weather for the rest of the week with a period of low humidity.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 15, 2020 at 11:23 AM

If you work outdoors be sure to use sunscreen and stay hydrated. If you are serious about the yard you’ll probably need to bust out the sprinkler from time to time this week.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 14, 2020 at 5:51 PM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: A few showers to close out the weekend

A small uptick in moisture will result in a few isolated to scattered thundershowers this afternoon.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 14, 2020 at 6:58 AM

The best opportunity for rain will come along the coast Sunday afternoon. Even then, rain coverage should stay isolated to widely scattered.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 13, 2020 at 5:24 PM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Hot, mainly dry forecast to continue

Temperatures will stay hot as we move through mid June. The lower than normal humidity will actually continue for the next several days as we continue to see an influx of drier air.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 13, 2020 at 8:41 AM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Wind & rain for start of week, sun & heat to end

Tropical Storm Cristobal is forecast to make landfall in SE Louisiana late Sunday afternoon or early Sunday evening.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 7, 2020 at 7:21 AM

Tropical Storm Cristobal will remain the main influence on our local weather for the next several days.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 6, 2020 at 5:51 PM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Cristobal to impact early week forecast

Eyes remain focused on the Gulf of Mexico as Tropical Storm Cristobal heads towards Louisiana.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 6, 2020 at 8:36 AM

Today will stay mainly dry, but rain will be a major part of the forecast as we close out the week and head into the start of next week.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 2, 2020 at 12:48 PM

A cluster of thunderstorms in Kansas would eventually become a hurricane making landfall in Louisiana in mid-July in 2019. All the time, forecasters say, “No two storms are alike.” And that is incredibly true for Hurricane Barry.

Jeff Morrow

Published June 1, 2020 at 7:05 PM

Eyes on the Gulf for possible tropical development later this week

A lot of uncertainty remains on potential track as we still don’t have the system in the Gulf of Mexico or organized for that matter. As it stands right now, the main concern locally will be the potential for heavy rain by the beginning of next week.

Jeff Morrow

Published May 31, 2020 at 6:46 PM

Hot and humid weather continues into the workweek and the month of June.

Jeff Morrow

Published May 31, 2020 at 6:05 PM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Heat returns to end May and start June

Temperatures will be back above normal over the next couple of days as high pressure moves overhead.

Jeff Morrow

Published May 31, 2020 at 7:50 AM

High pressure will become entrenched across the local area over the next few days.

Jeff Morrow

Published May 30, 2020 at 6:01 PM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Mainly dry and hot weekend

A ridge of high pressure will begin building into the local area today. High pressure systems in late Spring usually account for dry and hot conditions.

Jeff Morrow

Published May 30, 2020 at 8:03 AM

A cluster of t-storms near the state line will be moving towards metro Baton Rouge by mid-morning.

Jeff Morrow

Published May 26, 2020 at 6:41 AM

There won’t be much relief from the heat and humidity for Memorial Day plans. If you plan to be outside for an extended period, be sure to stay hydrated and take breaks inside if at all possible.

Jeff Morrow

Published May 24, 2020 at 5:53 PM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Scattered afternoon storms through the Memorial Day Holiday

Sunday and Monday won’t be as wet as the start of the Memorial Day weekend was. Rain chances today come in at 40% with a slight increase to 50% for Memorial Day Monday.

Jeff Morrow

Published May 24, 2020 at 7:07 AM

A cold front will arrive early Monday morning bringing drier and less humid air briefly to the local area. Get outside and enjoy Monday because the nice weather doesn’t last long.

Jeff Morrow

Published May 17, 2020 at 5:22 PM

FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Off and on showers to end the weekend

Sunday won’t be a wash out so don’t cancel your outdoor plans, but you will have to dodge off and on thundershowers.

Jeff Morrow

Published May 17, 2020 at 7:01 AM

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