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@RayPetelinWx

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Dad, Husband, Meteorologist (see me on @KDKA 📺), Hometown High Q host, Science Communicator & Beer Brewer. Tweets are my own! ☉⛅☇

Pittsburgh, PA
Joined November 2008
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5 years
Let's hope the Pirates can get their mojo. I don't want to see PNC Park start looking like this...
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Every year, I save a couple of snow balls to throw at the first person to complain about heat during the summer.
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5 years
BREAD BAGS!!! my mom had a whole drawer in the kitchen dedicated to the original waterproof footwear! Who else used bread bags? #Pittsburgh #winter
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5 years
When your coworkers are out riding the new #SteelCurtain rollercoaster at #kennywood , and your stuck in the studio like... @Kenny_Kangaroo @AmyWadas @MeghanKDKA @ismithKDKA
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5 years
The color has become more vibrant (no edits). I hope you are enjoying this beautiful evening, my weather babies! #Pittsburgh
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5 years
Watch out! @KDPomp 's and my mixtape 'bout to drop, and it is 🔥🔥🔥
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4 years
Look at #Pittsburgh raising the bar on sunsets. #sunset
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6 years
I didn't win last night's mega millions, but I did hit a lucky number...2! What a fun night, last night with some great people at @KDKA !
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5 years
I wonder if Antonio Brown will do his "I'm free dance" in his backyard after just being let go by the Patriots... @RichieWalsh @KDPomp
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6 years
When I was a kid, we didn't have air conditioning, so we would either have popsicles to cool off, or we would ride our bikes to Hills, and hang out in the snack bar! Do your best to keep cool! This heat isn't anything to mess with.
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5 years
WATER INSTANTLY CHANGING TO ICE? Here is an awesome, cold weather experiment to try. Instructions appear in the video! It is called "Super cooled" water, because you drop its temperature below freezing, without freezing it, and it is VERY easy to do. #Science @KDKA
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6 years
Who else misses circling the toys they want for #Christmas in the Hills Toy Catalog? #HillsIsWhereTheToysAre
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4 years
Fall in #Pittsburgh #PA . 🍁🍂
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5 years
1 @2 : Today is my one year anniversary at @KDKA ! What a year it has been 😃
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1 year
You may hear "Social Mediarologists" talking "Blizzard"... It is far too soon for that! It has been 3702 days (more than 10 yrs) since our last blizzard warning, so they are quite rare here. Calling for one 5 days out is irresponsible.
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5 years
When I was a kid, we didn't have air conditioning, so we would either have popsicles to cool off, or we would ride our bikes to Hills, and hang out in the snack bar! Do your best to keep cool! This heat isn't anything to mess with.
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5 years
Me: Did we just become best friends? Red Panda: yep! @PghZoo
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5 years
15 years and she still hasn't found a way to get rid of me! I wouldn't change a thing. Happy anniversary, Ma Lady!
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6 years
I only use the latest technology and innovations to bring #Pittsburgh the wonder and beauty I call BABUSHKA CAST! Enjoy this masterpiece, my weather babies! 😂😂😂
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2 years
The grilled cheese-tomato soup combo was invented for days like today. If you want to really live the rainy day lifestyle, take a long couch nap after eating it.
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5 years
Red Sky & Purple Rivers at night, Sailor's delight! The #Pittsburgh weather gets GREAT this week, my weather babies. All the details are at
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6 years
Mrs. Petelin's always makes me a giant Pierogi when she makes my birthday perogies! #food #goodfood
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4 years
#Denver .... You crazy! (Yes it's real). Look at Monday into Tuesday 👀🥵🥶❄️
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2 years
I love Christmastime in the city. #Pittsburgh
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3 years
According to legend, little folks know...
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5 years
I almost pulled out of a parking lot in front of a woman who had the "right of way". I waved to show I was sorry. She accepted that wave without overreacting, beeping the horn or flipping the bird. This is how adults handle little mistakes.
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6 years
BABUSHKA CAST: Well, I was asked to make this a "regular thing", and I aim to please! 😀 I hope you like it! YES, the forecast is real on it! #Pittsburgh #Babushka #PAwx
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5 years
The Fort Pitt Tunnel gets all the credit for revealing #Pittsburgh views, but going under this Parkway bridge at Point State Park is spectacular, this time of year!
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2 years
IT'S HEEEEEERRRRE! #Snow is arriving in #Pittsburgh . Be safe this evening!
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2 years
I wonder how my 6'1" 14 year old daughter would do at the NFL combine. @KDPomp
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4 years
BEER DISTRIBUTORS **ARE** ALLOWED TO STAY OPEN. NO NEED TO RUSH OUT AND/OR PANIC. 🍻
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2 years
WINTER STORM UPDATE: A developing winter storm system still has its eye on our area. Several inches of snow could come down from late-day Sun into Mon morning. Here are early estimates on potential snowfall. These numbers are subject to change, but we want you to be prepared.
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2 months
The "Point" isn't so pointy, thanks to the 3 Rivers running high. The fountain is almost totally submerged. #Pittsburgh @KDKA #Flood
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2 months
It's happening!!! This is from Downtown #Pittsburgh ! @KDKA
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6 years
Even when the snow is insignificant, this is an accurate description of what it is like to be a meteorologist who mentioned the word "snow". 😂😂😂 #snow #weather
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1 year
Stan...Loved the show. Rest in peace.
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R.I.P. 🙏
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6 years
And this is how you do a sunrise! 💯💯💯 #Pittsburgh #PAwx
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6 years
I still have snowballs from last winter to pummel anyone complaining about the heat! #snow #snowballs #hot
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6 years
#NewProfilePic to go with my new Twitter handle.
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2 years
The obligatory picture of the Horne's Tree, since I go by it everyday. #Pittsburgh
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5 years
This is accurate.
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2 years
Tell me you're from #Pennsylvania without telling me you're from Pennsylvania. I'll go first....
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3 years
I, too, will no longer speak about the rumors that I am looking to become USC's head coach. @KDPomp
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4 years
The smoke from the California wildfires made it to #Pittsburgh , giving our skies a particular look. Where my #StarWars fans at?
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4 years
There are people who choose not to be part of their child's life. I can't understand that choice because they are missing out on a great gift that keeps on giving. I love being a #GirlDad to this young lady who is going to do great things.
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2 years
Even this guy is shovelling. #pittsburgh #snow @KDKA
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5 years
SNOW IN THE CITY: giant snowflakes are coming down in #Pittsburgh , right now! #PAwx
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2 years
Feeding the birds this fine morning. #pittsburgh #hummingbird @KDKA
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6 years
A Tuesday in #Pittsburgh means it is time for BABUSHKA CAST!!! This is a special one featuring my family 😍! I hope you enjoy it. #pawx
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2 years
Bam.
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5 years
Teaching my daughter about the classics. #montypython
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4 years
The haluski is complete! 😋😋😋. All made from scratch... Even the noodles. I hope my @KDKA friends like it.
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2 years
Candy corn is an American treasure. I said what I said.
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5 months
Snow in #Pittsburgh ? ...... YES Big Snow In Pittsburgh? .....NO Slick Travel Possible? .........YES Should You Freak Out?....ABSOLUTELY NOT! Take it easy. Worst snow will be in Central PA. Most of this snow falls Saturday with a few more snow showers Sunday.
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6 years
Thank you.
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4 years
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is this? It is the sun. Should I be scared? No. Why do I want to freak out? You haven't seen much it in a while, but rest assured, the sun is supposed to be there. Can I touch it? No, you should not touch it #Pittsburgh
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6 years
I wasn't always a meteorologist... But I've always been a #misfit ! Here's a look back at one of my previous careers! For some reason it makes me want to remind you to watch #Rudolph on @KDKA (or your local CBS Station) tomorrow at 8pm!
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6 years
SO MANY PLANETS VISIBLE TONIGHT IN THE #PITTSBURGH AREA! If we can push the clouds out of here by this evening, you have the chance to see 4 Planets (and no, Uranus is not one of them 🙄)! Looking to the South after 8:45pm, you'll see them, 2 on each side of the Moon.
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5 years
Now that is how you do a sunset! 👏👏👏 This is a look from Gateway Center in Downtown #Pitsburgh over the Fort Duquesne Bridge. Clearing skies mean colder temps...but SUNSHINE! I have your forecast tonight on @KDKA !!!
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5 years
I made a trophy for you, #Pittsburgh ! Wettest year on record! Where should it be prominently displayed? @kdka
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4 years
The first sunset of 2020 did not disappoint. You go with ya bad self, Baby New Year...You go! #Pittsburgh
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7 years
AWESOME VIDEO: Check out this time lapse of the #severe #thunderstorm rolling through Downtown #Pittsburgh !
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2 years
First Alert=Over. Watches all finished. This is how I change the Gulf Tower back to normal! #Pittsburgh @KDKA
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6 years
Oh, #Pittsburgh ...You got it goin' on, this morning!
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5 years
#Pittsburgh wears this weather well.
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5 years
🍁🍂That PA fall weather! 🍂🍁 #pawx #pittsburgh @KDKA
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7 months
It's been a looooooonnnnnngggg time since I've worked a morning shift. I'm filling in on @KDKA this morning... Look for the sleepy guy... That will be me 🤣😴
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5 years
OH #Pittsburgh ! 😍 Those sunbeams are called Crepuscular Rays, by the way... sorry to make you accidentally learn something! @KDKA
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5 years
I firmly believe that the internet was invented for this particular video. #HereWeGo #Patriots
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2 years
This is perfect snow.
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25 days
We will always work to keep you safe... And even people like this safe. I feel bad for the people who have to clean up tonight. Stay safe everyone!
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6 years
You can't show more love to #Pittsburgh than this guy... Even if you rode a pierogi into tahn, wearing a Mr. Rodgers' sweater, while drinking an Iron City!
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5 years
Get ready for a the heat wave. #HEATWAVE2019
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5 years
Everyone watching my forecast on @KDKA right now:
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5 years
🚨HOT TAKE ALERT🚨 If you do not have a way to protect your animals from the brutal cold, you shouldn't have them in the first place. #Cold #Pets
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1 year
Toast is the unsung hero of breakfast. Bacon and eggs should get most of the attention, but toast deserves a little credit, too.
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3 years
I call this masterpiece "Arts Festival". If you are from #Pittsburgh , you know what I mean.
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8 months
Pittsburgh got that bling!
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2 years
The snow when I got home versus when I woke up.
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6 years
My fitness tracker congratulated me on moving...I was standing up to get dessert...
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5 years
Congrats on the great career to @dvesean ... a wealth of Rock 🤘 knowledge and, more importantly, a guy who really cares about #Pittsburgh . #seanslastday #SeanMcDowellDay
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2 months
The Eclipse from Downtown Pittsburgh!
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5 years
❄😡 snow like woah. #Pittsburgh #PittsburghWx
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5 years
Here's what the storms look like, as they approach #Cleveland . @Reflog_18 added the StayPuff Marshmallow man for scale. 🤣🤣🤣 They could put on a good lightning show when they arrive in the #Pittsburgh area.
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If you're up late, the Northern Lights are still on! They are faint, but visible. They really show up through a camera. Even the camera on your phone! I hope you are all enjoying this view as much as I am! This is from my neighborhood in Cranberry Township! #NorthernLights
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6 years
Pittsburgh was lucky to have a guy like Joe DeNardo. While I wish I could have worked with Joe, I'm glad I got to know him. Rest in peace, Joe. #JoeSaidItWould
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1 year
It could always be worse, right?
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6 years
The young lady in the middle wanted to spend her birthday with the @Pirates ! #LetsGoBucs #HappyBirthdayElizabeth
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1 year
Actually that is horribly incorrect... Wind chill can speed up frostbite and hypothermia. Those are both weather-related dangers. Since we have that knowledge in our "tool belt", we pass those concerns along. Thanks for playing!
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3 years
I'm sorry you missed your recording, but I'm more sorry for those who had extensive storm damage tonight. You can stream those shows on . While you may find that to be an inconvenience, I'm sure it's not as bad as those cleaning up after the storms.
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3 years
@RayPetelinWx I heard you say earlier tonight that primetime programming was on CW due to your endless storm coverage. Unfortunately, thst didn't help those of us who RECORD our shows to watch LATER! I found out at almost 2 a.m., a little too late to catch them on CW!! ENOUGH!
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2 years
Satellite lightning detection can pick up on meteors.  There was a quick event at 11:26am (tiny, green blip), which lines to with the timing of this morning's "boom". This is just an idea, while other possibilities are being researched.
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I hope you were able to see the eclipse, even if it was just 97%. I hope you were able to experience all that comes with it, and used it as an opportunity to connect with people. I had a great time at Point State Park, sharing my eclipse glasses with people and talking science!
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5 years
SHARING IS CARING...Look at my dogs sharing the beam from the setting sun!
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2 years
Is snow on the way? YES Milk, bread, TP worthy? NO Slick Spots? YES Idiot Drivers? Always When? Thu. Night>Fri. AM Join @KristinEmery , @MaryOursWX and me, starting at 4pm this evening, and @RonSmileyWx in the morning for latest totals & more about incoming frigid temps! @KDKA
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5 years
How about this beautiful, #Pittsburgh evening? A little cool, but so nice!
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