Veteran Meteorologist Mike Seidel Brings Three Decades of Storm Coverage Expertise to FOX Weather

After an impressive career spanning more than 30 years at The Weather Channel, seasoned meteorologist Mike Seidel has joined FOX Weather as the organization moves into the most active phase of hurricane season. Seidel, whose track record includes coverage of major hurricanes such as Katrina, Ian, Harvey, Irma, and Irene, made his initial appearance for the network over the weekend while reporting on Hurricane Debby from Florida.

A Career Built on Experience

Seidel’s professional journey demonstrates a deep commitment to weather coverage and emergency reporting. Throughout his extensive tenure in the industry, he has logged more than 25,000 live broadcast segments, establishing himself as a reliable source for real-time weather information. His portfolio encompasses virtually every significant weather phenomenon of the past three decades—from tropical storms and tornado outbreaks to nor’easters and winter weather events affecting communities across the nation.

Beyond hurricane reporting, Seidel has extended his expertise to major sporting events, including the World Series, Indianapolis 500, MLB All-Star Game, and various NFL broadcasts, demonstrating the breadth of his meteorological knowledge.

His professional foundation began at hometown station WMDT-TV in Salisbury, Maryland, followed by positions at NBC’s WYFF-TV in Greenville, South Carolina, and CBS affiliate WBOC-TV before his long tenure at The Weather Channel commenced in 1992. Seidel holds advanced credentials, including a master’s degree in meteorology from Penn State University.

FOX Weather’s Growing Team

FOX Weather President Sharri Berg expressed enthusiasm about the addition: “As we prepare for what forecasts indicate will be an exceptionally active hurricane season, Mike’s extensive background provides the kind of professional depth our audience deserves. His proven ability to deliver accurate, timely reporting during extreme weather situations strengthens our capabilities significantly.”

Seidel reflected on the transition, stating: “The opportunity to continue my passion for storm coverage with FOX Weather aligns perfectly with forecasts suggesting an intense hurricane season ahead.”

In a related development, Ari Sarsalari has also transitioned to the FOX Weather team from The Weather Channel App, where he served as a meteorologist for nearly a decade. Sarsalari previously worked at ABC’s WAAY-TV in Huntsville, Alabama, and CBS affiliate WOWK-TV in West Virginia.

The FOX Weather Platform

FOX Weather operates as a 24/7 free, ad-supported streaming service, leveraging FOX News Media’s extensive news operations and FOX Television Stations’ resources. The platform draws from a combined pool of 120 meteorologists to deliver comprehensive local, regional, and national weather reporting.

The service employs advanced radar technology, including innovative mobile 3D radar systems, to provide modern forecasting capabilities. Available through foxweather.com and the FOX Weather app across major streaming platforms and cable providers, the service has established presence in major markets including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Dallas, and San Francisco.