WTOC First Alert Weather

WTOC First Alert Weather

By: WTOC

Language: en

Categories: Science, Nature

Join the WTOC First Alert Weather team to discuss severe weather, weather facts and fun behind the scenes.

Episodes

How long will this Artic blast continue?
Dec 15, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss how long our Arctic blast continues and if there is a warm up.

Duration: 00:09:07
Rollercoaster temps 🎢 + next rain chance forecast
Dec 10, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss  rollercoaster temps and our next rain chance in this week's podcast. 

Duration: 00:07:30
Details on upcoming First Alert Weather Days
Dec 04, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss upcoming First Alert Weather Days.

Duration: 00:10:10
Tracking rain this weekend and FAWD Tuesday
Dec 01, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about tomorrow's FAWD and track more rain for the weekend.

Duration: 00:08:16
🦃 Colder air is near, an update to the Thanksgiving travel forecast 🦃
Nov 25, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton give an update on the Thanksgiving travel forecast and the colder air arriving.

Duration: 00:10:33
Peak into the Thanksgiving forecast🦃
Nov 19, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss our near record highs, expanding drought and a peak at the Thanksgiving forecast.

Duration: 00:07:59
Freezing temperatures expected Tuesday & Wednesday
Nov 10, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss Tuesday and Wednesday's First Alert Weather Days due to freezing temperatures and how long the cold will stick around.

Duration: 00:09:00
Update on the quiet tropics and a look into next week's temps
Nov 04, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about our warming temps this week, rain chances and a big cool down next week. They also give a quick update on the quiet tropics. 

Duration: 00:07:27
Trick-or-treating weather👻 and time change⏰
Oct 29, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about  Hurricane Melissa and upcoming Halloween, time change weekend.

Duration: 00:10:53
Drier air is in your future 🔮a look into Halloween forecast🎃
Oct 27, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about our wet start to the week but drier air for Halloween. We also update the latest on Hurricane Melissa.

Duration: 00:10:15
Fall weather is setting in!
Oct 20, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about the Fall-like weather setting in this week. Plus, an update on tropical activity. 

Duration: 00:07:10
When will we see rain again?
Oct 15, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton have a look at the next chance for rain plus what's happening in the tropics.

Duration: 00:09:09
Tides result in First Alert Weather Days!
Oct 06, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss this week's First Alert Weather Days due to high tides. They also have an update on what's happening in the tropics!

Duration: 00:09:37
Tracking the Tropics: Imelda & Humberto
Sep 29, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton are tracking Tropical Storm Imelda and Hurricane Humberto! They also talk about the weather heading into October. 

Duration: 00:09:53
Local drought conditions and keeping an eye in the tropics👀
Sep 23, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about local drought conditions and if there is any relief in sight. They also give an update on the tropics as they are watching Invest 94L closely.

Duration: 00:11:39
Goodbye summer, hello fall!
Sep 16, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about the beginning of fall! They also have an update on a two systems in the tropics. 

Duration: 00:12:00
A look into cooler temps and unusually quiet tropics👀
Sep 08, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about cooler temps and what's up with the unusually quiet tropics.

Duration: 00:09:21
Warmer temps arriving this weekend
Sep 03, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about warmer temps arriving this weekend and give an update on what's happening in the tropics.

Duration: 00:10:56
Slightly cooler weather as August comes to an end
Aug 26, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about the cooler weather in our area and give an update on what's happening in the tropics.

Duration: 00:10:56
Update on Hurricane Erin and what we're watching next!
Aug 18, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton give an update on Hurricane Erin and what they're watching next in the tropics. 

Duration: 00:10:01
Erin becomes the first hurricane of the season!
Aug 15, 2025

Hurricane Erin is the first major system of 2025 in the Atlantic Ocean! Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton have the latest details on the Erin. 

Duration: 00:07:53
Tracking Tropical Storm Erin
Aug 13, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss Tropical Storm Erin and the return of summer weather!

Duration: 00:10:57
Rain chances this weekend & activity in the tropics
Aug 07, 2025

Chief Meterologist Dave Turley and Meterologist Andrew Gorton talk about the rain chances and below average temperatures going into the weekend - plus a breakdown of what's happening in the tropics.

Duration: 00:13:17
Hot summer days continue!
Jul 21, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss Monday's heat advisory after a weekend of high temperatures. They also give an update on what's going on in the tropics. 

Duration: 00:07:38
More on our First Alert forecast!
Jul 14, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss this week's First Alert forceast plus how the low off Florida will impact us. 

Duration: 00:08:03
Independence Day weekend weather 🎆
Jul 01, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss the upcoming holiday weekend and give an update on the tropics.

Duration: 00:08:24
Summer begins this Friday☀️🌡
Jun 17, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss summer beginning this Friday, increasing temps and give an update on the tropics.

Duration: 00:10:54
Looking ahead to a drier weekend after several First Alert Weather Days
May 30, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss this week's First Alert Weather Days plus a look at the drier forecast this weekend!

Duration: 00:09:19
Memorial Day weekend forecast & NOAA 2025 Hurricane forecast
May 22, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss the forecast for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend and a look at the NOAA 2025 hurricane outlook!

Duration: 00:10:49
Is rain on the horizon? 🌧️ + more on Hurricane Preparedness Week
May 06, 2025

Join WTOC's First Alert Meteorolgist Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton as they discuss upcoming increased rain chances and detail Hurrican Preparedness Week in this weeks First Alert WX Podcast! 

Duration: 00:14:56
A look at the drought monitor and next chance for rain
Apr 30, 2025

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss drought in the area and look to the next chance for rain.

Duration: 00:08:15
Is rain on the way this week? 🌧️
Apr 22, 2025

First Alert Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss this week's upcoming rain chances. Tune in to learn: Is rain on the way?

Duration: 00:08:45
RBC Heritage & Easter forecast
Apr 15, 2025

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton preview the weather for the RBC Heritage and Easter Sunday.

Duration: 00:08:23
First Alert Weather Day: Tracking scattered showered and storms⛈
Mar 31, 2025

Join First Alert Chief Meterologist Dave Turley and Meterologist Andrew Gorton as they discuss Monday's First Alert Weather Day tracking scattered showers and storms moving in from the west. 

Duration: 00:09:45
Warmer temps, next chance of rain & Spring is on the way 🌼
Mar 18, 2025

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss our warmer temperatures, the next chance for rain, and when Spring begins.

Duration: 00:08:58
Looking ahead to weather for all three St. Patrick's Day parades & Sunday's First Alert Weather Day
Mar 12, 2025

A look at weather for the upcoming St. Patrick's Day parades on Tybee, Hilton Head, and Savannah. Plus, Sunday is a First Alert Weather Day due to the potential for strong storms.

Duration: 00:09:23
Upcoming First Alert Weather Day & Greening of the Fountain ☘️
Mar 03, 2025

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton talking about Wednesday's First Alert Weather Day for severe weather. They also look ahead to conditions for Friday's Greening of the Fountain.

Duration: 00:08:43
Here comes the pollen!
Feb 25, 2025

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton talk about warmer temperatures and increased pollen.

Duration: 00:09:09
Cold weather coming on Friday!
Feb 20, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss Friday's First Alert Weather Day. How long will the cold weather stick around?

Duration: 00:08:45
Goodbye cold, hello warmer temperatures!
Jan 28, 2025

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton talk about upcoming temperature changes.

Duration: 00:10:50
Two First Alert Weather Days coming up
Jan 16, 2025

Meteorologiosts Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton talk about the First Alert Weather Days coming up on Saturday and Wednesday, and what you need to know for your area.

Duration: 00:10:42
Is there rain or snow in our future?
Jan 14, 2025

Chief Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about our upcoming rain chances and if there is any chance for snow next week.

 

Duration: 00:08:06
Is there a possibility for snow? ❄️Cold weather is for sure!
Jan 02, 2025

Meteorologists Dave Turley & Andrew Gorton talk about the upcoming cold weather and if there is any possibility for snow!

Duration: 00:09:57
What's the weather going to be like on Christmas?
Dec 19, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley & Andrew Gorton talk about our upcoming cold weekend and warmer temps for Christmas.  

Duration: 00:11:32
A look at storms ahead
Dec 10, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss our rain and storm chance Wednesday and the colder air returning by Thursday. They also get into the Christmas spirit and discuss holiday movies.

Duration: 00:11:47
Recap of 2024 Atlantic hurricane season
Dec 05, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton recap the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season now that it is over.

Duration: 00:14:23
🥶 More First Alert Weather Days to come
Dec 03, 2024

Meteorlogists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss First Alert Weather Days coming up due to cold weather on Wednesday morning and Saturday morning.

Duration: 00:09:41
Thanksgiving Forecast, Upcoming First Alert Weather Days
Nov 26, 2024

First Alert Meteorologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton talk about Thanksgiving weather and our upcoming First Alert Weather Days due to our first freeze of the season.

Duration: 00:12:26
Cold air is moving into our area this week!
Nov 19, 2024

Chief Meterologist Dave Turley and Meteorologist Andrew Gorton discuss the cooler air that will impact our area this week.

Duration: 00:10:16
Election Day showers and keeping an eye on the tropics
Nov 04, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton take a look at the potential for showers on Election Day. They also discuss the activity in the tropics, and what impacts, if any, we could see.

Duration: 00:13:15
Dry weather conditions impacting our area!
Oct 21, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton dry weather conditions and give an update on the tropics!

Duration: 00:09:22
The coldest air of the season is on the way!
Oct 15, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss the cooler weather on the way and look at the tropics.

Duration: 00:12:26
Hurricane Milton recap & a look at fall like weather
Oct 11, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley & Andrew Gorton discuss Hurricane Milton's impact and look at some fall like weather.

Duration: 00:14:17
WTOC First Alert Weather- 10-7-2024
Oct 07, 2024

Join Chief Meterologist Dave Turley and meterologist Andrew Gorton as they discuss Hurricane Milton. 

Duration: 00:11:49
Helene recap and what we're watching next in the tropics
Sep 30, 2024

Meteorologists Dave turley and Andrew Gorton recap Helene and how the storm impacted our area. They also talk about what they're watching in the tropics now.

Duration: 00:15:57
Tracking Tropical Storm Helene
Sep 24, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss potential local impacts this week from Tropical Storm Helene.

Duration: 00:13:06
Tracking the Tropics: Development possible in the Gulf next week
Sep 20, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss a possible development in the Gulf next week.

Duration: 00:09:27
Fall begins Sunday
Sep 17, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton talk about the start of Fall and look at the Tropics.

Duration: 00:08:56
Slight cool down this week & a look at the tropics
Aug 19, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton talk about a slight cool down in temperatures this week. They also have the latest update from the tropics.

Duration: 00:10:23
Back to school weather and tracking the tropics
Jul 30, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton talk about the weather as school begins, the hot temperatures and the latest update on the tropics.

Duration: 00:11:29
Summer time pattern and tropical update
Jul 22, 2024

Meteorologist Dave Turley & Andrew Gorton discuss the summer time pattern and take a look at the tropics.

Duration: 00:13:12
Hurricane Beryl makes landfall as a Category 4 storm
Jul 01, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton talk about Hurricane Beryl making landfall as a Category 4 storm on Grenadine Island. 

Duration: 00:11:47
Tracking the tropics 🌀
Jun 18, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton give an update on the tropics and the potential of the first named storm of the season forming.

Duration: 00:10:45
Father's Day forecast and a look at the tropics
Jun 12, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton take a look at your Father's Day forecast and give an update on the tropics.

Duration: 00:10:37
Looking forward to Memorial Day weekend
May 21, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton talk about weather for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend and look back at Andrew's wedding.

Duration: 00:13:50
Hurricane Preparedness Week
May 06, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss Hurricane Preparedness Week and Thursday's First Alert Weather Day.

Duration: 00:20:27
Warmer weather on the way next week
May 03, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton talk about the great weather in store for this weekend and temperatures warming up next week.

Duration: 00:09:24
Below average temperatures to start the week
Apr 22, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton look at this weeks below average temperatures that warm up into a nice weekend.

Duration: 00:08:48
FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Storms expected on Thursday
Apr 09, 2024

Duration: 00:06:25
Tracking our next chance of rain ahead of a nice Easter weekend!
Mar 26, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton talk about the weather this weekend, leading up to Easter Sunday.

Duration: 00:08:05
Rain returns this weekend
Mar 21, 2024

Duration: 00:09:30
The forecast for St. Patrick's Day in Savannah
Mar 12, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton look at the forecast details as Savannah prepares for its largest celebration of the year; St. Patrick's Day! 

Duration: 00:11:40
FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: Storms are possible on Saturday
Mar 08, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Dylan Smith discuss our storm chances on Saturday. 

Duration: 00:09:12
Saturday is a First Alert Weather Day
Mar 05, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss our rain chances this week and a First Alert Weather Day on Saturday. Looks like a rainy weekend! 

 

Duration: 00:08:52
Cold front on the way and weekend rain chances
Feb 28, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss a cold front coming our way and our weekend rain chances. 

Duration: 00:07:48
Friday rain chance before next week's slight warmup
Feb 20, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss Friday's rain chance and the warmup coming our way. 

Duration: 00:10:08
Tracking a storm chance on Monday
Feb 12, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss Monday's First Alert Weather Day and our storm chance. 

Duration: 00:07:37
Tips during Severe Weather Awareness Week
Feb 06, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorto break down Severe Weather Awareness Week and when our next rain chance returns.

Duration: 00:14:44
When is our next rain chance?
Jan 30, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss our recent temps and our next rain chance. 

Duration: 00:11:45
First Alert Weather Day: Really chilly start to Wednesday
Jan 15, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss our First Alert Weather Day on Wednesday, as we start the morning with a wind chill in the teens! Also, special guest Mike Cihla joins Andrew and Dave to chat. 

Duration: 00:13:17
Another storm system on Friday
Jan 11, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss our First Alert Weather Day on Friday as another storm system is expected to impact our area. 

Duration: 00:10:54
First Alert Weather Day: Strong storms possible on Tuesday
Jan 08, 2024

Tuesday is a First Alert Weather Day due to the chance of severe storms. Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton have the details you need to know. 

 

Duration: 00:11:36
Two First Alert Weather Days you need to know about
Jan 04, 2024

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton have the latest forecast data on two First Alert Weather Days in the near future you need to be aware of. 

 

Duration: 00:09:59
The weather that was 2023
Dec 27, 2023

Duration: 00:14:00
Latest on how coastal storm will impact your weekend plans
Dec 15, 2023

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss how a coastal storm moving in this weekend will impact plans. 30-40 mile per hour winds and 2-3 inches of rain are possible. Sunday is a First Alert Weather Day! 

 

Duration: 00:09:39
Chilly temps, low pressure could impact our weekend
Dec 12, 2023

Duration: 00:10:59
Looking back at the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Dec 05, 2023

Duration: 00:17:49
How colder weather affects the fish bite, plus a white shark tagging expedition continues!
Nov 30, 2023

Captain Jimmy Lee Armel joins Andrew to talk about our coastal waters, white shark tagging and how it's helping combat veterans  

Duration: 00:35:39
Coldest temps since January this week
Nov 28, 2023

Duration: 00:15:41
Your Thanksgiving week weather outlook
Nov 20, 2023

Duration: 00:13:31
Figuring out our upcoming rain chance
Nov 14, 2023

Meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton discuss our next rain chance as we have been abnormally dry. 

Duration: 00:12:39
Near record heat and big changes for Veterans Day
Nov 08, 2023

Duration: 00:12:45
Hot Halloween before cool start to November
Oct 30, 2023

Halloween will be warm, but a cool front will bring lower temperatures to start the month of November. Listen to the latest podcast episode with meteorologists Dave Turley and Andrew Gorton. 

Duration: 00:12:51
Temps warming up as we head toward Halloween
Oct 24, 2023

Duration: 00:12:55
How long do these cooler temps last?
Oct 16, 2023

Duration: 00:11:23
Partial solar eclipse and a cooler start to next week
Oct 13, 2023

Duration: 00:10:37
First feeling of Fall
Oct 02, 2023

Duration: 00:12:03
A drier weekend on the way
Sep 27, 2023

Duration: 00:11:58
Is Ophelia expected to form?
Sep 21, 2023

Dave and Andrew discuss Ophelia's potential to form and how this may impact your weekend in this bonus episode of the First Alert Weather Podcast.

Duration: 00:07:49
First taste of cooler temps; latest in the tropics
Sep 19, 2023

Duration: 00:11:56