After 27 years of forecasting the skies above the Carolinas Severe Weather Center 9′s Chief Meteorologist Steve Udelson announced his retirement from Channel 9.
The award-winning meteorologist has been a fixture in the Charlotte area, known for his trusted weather accuracy. Countless viewers have relied on Steve’s forecasts to plan their day and to stay safe in times of severe weather.
February will be Steve’s last month on air with Channel 9.
Outside of delivering daily weather forecasts on Channel 9, Steve has worked endless hours tracking record-breaking storms across the Carolinas including Hurricane Floyd in 1999, the Charlotte ice storm of 2004, and many tornados throughout the viewing area and beyond.
“It’s been an honor and privilege to both be invited into people’s homes for the last 27 years as well as work with some of the best talent both in front of and behind the camera,” said Udelson.
Photos: Severe Weather Center 9′s Steve Udelson through the years.
Steve won two regional Emmys and was named North Carolina Weathercaster of the Year multiple times. He has worked with local and federal leaders to improve lifesaving radar coverage across the region. The American Meteorological Society awarded Steve with their Certified Broadcast Meteorological (CBM) designation, a professional recognition for the quality of his weather broadcasts. The CBM designation is a mark of distinction and recognition. Steve was the first meteorologist in Charlotte to earn the high honor.