Tony Cavalier
Chief Meteorologist
Huntington, West Virginia
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Tony's career at WSAZ spans a part of 5 decades now. If he is not tracking storms, he is visiting county fairs, parades, festivals and show choirs, where he thrives on spotlighting the events that make life in the heart of Appalachia so special.
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Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:56 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
The first weekend of June is here. Tony says there is one little glitch to an otherwise ideal weekend.
Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 1:01 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
Mostly sunny and mostly dry... Each day we say this, the afternoon gets a little hotter. Look for temperatures to end up in the 85-90° range, edging to the side of 90° tomorrow and Saturday.
Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 12:56 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
More sunshine begets ever-warming temperatures.
Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 12:21 AM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
Since the mid 1970s Grayson Kentucky has hosted a Memorial weekend festival called Memory Days. Tony Cavalier has circled the last Saturday of May on his calendar to take in the Memory Days grand parade. Here's a look at TC's latest trip down "memory lane"!
Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 6:53 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
Memorial weekend is here and with it comes an all-important weather forecast! Tony has the changeable forecast.
Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 9:05 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
South Charleston threw a gala parade in the rain on Saturday to honor our Armed Services. Tony hung out on D Street for all the fun and fanfare.
Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 9:51 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
There is a group of ladies who has made it their mission to make sure kids going to Cabell Huntington Hospital have a pal when they arrive. Those pals are stuffed animals and collectively the ladies who serve the "Animals for Smiles" mission have earned this week's honor as Hometown Heroes. Tony Cavalier shares their story.
Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 6:48 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
The Armed Forces weekend is here. Weather-wise Saturday looks nasty wet and Sunday pleasingly mild and bright!
Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 9:05 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
A stormy/rainy end to Tuesday depended where you live. Tony spells out who got hit the hardest!
Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 5:02 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
Up to four counties were affected in separate warnings from the National Weather Service.
Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 11:08 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
Rain and thunder are what the month of May are known for. Tony says Tuesday will live up to that repuation.
Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 8:36 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
The arts live on at Wheelersburg High. Tony shows us why!
Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 6:52 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
The Mother's Day weekend has arrived and with it comes some pessimism for Saturday and optimism for Sunday!
Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 1:07 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
Scattered showers and storms have returned. Look for the thunderstorms to become more prevalent this afternoon, but a downpour risk extends into tonight and tomorrow.
Updated: May. 8, 2023 at 6:55 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
Late night thunder squalls figure to leave their mark on the region. Tony has then latest!
Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 6:55 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
The Derby Day weekend is here and that means all eyes are on our weather at Churchill Downs for the run for the roses. Tony has you covered.
Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 6:43 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
The last few days of April will set the stage for a change in the weather heading into May. Tony sorts thru the showery details.
Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 9:05 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
SOS for SOS. A distress call goes out to all kids interested in STEM, Tony shares his thoughts on the NWS Media Day in South Charleston.
Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 7:32 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
The third weekend of April is chock full of outdoor events counting on good weather. Tony has the disappointing forecast.
Updated: Mar. 31, 2023 at 8:49 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
High winds on Saturday will replicate last week's event. Tony has the wind and wooly forecast.
Updated: Mar. 31, 2023 at 6:34 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
March goes out like a lamb as April comes in like a lion
Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 9:41 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
Prepping for another windswept Saturday. Tony has the rain then wind report.
Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 6:40 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
This latest chilly spell has slowed the growing season down. Tony says a break is still a few days away.
Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 6:50 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
A cooler than normal week will wrap up March. Tony has a beat on the weather changes ahead.
Updated: Mar. 24, 2023 at 6:28 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
After a wet and in spots wild Friday, Tony says another round of heavy rain and high winds is expected into Saturday.
Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 6:55 PM EDT
|By Tony Cavalier
A new high water threat looms for Friday. Tony targets the region and stream most likely to have problems.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 6:28 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
Home and Garden weekend is here and so is a taste of winter. Even a skiff of snow is likely in places. Tony has the chilled forecast.
Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 6:52 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
The afternoon tornado watch expired with no touchdowns. Tony reaps the windswept story.
Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 11:40 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
The March lion will roar on Friday. Tony spotlights a rowdy day ahead.
Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 2:27 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
A tornado watch has been issued for a small section of the region.
Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 6:33 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
Weekend weather has one indoor and one outdoor day. Tony sorts through the forecast.
Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 9:54 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
He says record highs on Wednesday will likely lead to new records on Thursday. Tony is crunching the numbers.
Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 6:53 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
The weekend has arrived and the promise of brighter skies and falling waterways should keep most happy. Tony has the sun splashed story.
Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 9:41 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
Near record highs on Wednesday have paved the way for storms and soon cold-flurries. Tony has the changeable forecast.
Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 9:10 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
Wednesday's record highs are in jeopardy. Tony headlines a day in the 70s!
Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 9:43 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
Weekend snowstorm looks to stay south. Tony has the "heart-breaking" forecast for snow lovers.
Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 6:47 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
Super Bowl weekend has arrived and with it comes a tranquil pattern, for now at least!
Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 11:24 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
A rash of brush fires sparked in the record warmth of Thursday. Tony discusses an early start to the spring fire season.
Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 8:53 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
Windswept Thursday ahead ... but with spring-like warmth!
Updated: Jan. 30, 2023 at 7:48 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
He says a surge of moisture will arrive pre-dawn and with it will come a messy mix of snow, sleet and rain.
Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 6:14 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
The WSAZ Wrestling Invitational has been around for 45 years. The folklore around the event touts cold and snowy weather. Tony says this go round the only snow will have been on Friday morning!
Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 8:47 AM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
Spring to be chased away by blustery winds laden with snow flurries. Tony has the suddenly flakey forecast.
Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 7:11 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
The wind played a role in the spread of the Charleston Regal fire smoke. Tony discusses the meteorology behind the dispersion of smoke during a structure fire.
Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 at 10:38 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
High school show choir season has arrived and with it comes plenty of musical theatrics! Tony takes us to center stage for the season's debut!
Updated: Jan. 22, 2023 at 10:02 AM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
Black ice and travelers alert until noon. Tony has a rule of thumb to use to decide if it is safe to travel.
Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 6:45 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
The next to last weekend of January is here and with it comes a nice winter day and a drab one. Tony has the forecast.
Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 at 6:43 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
The April in January weather pattern has one more day to run! Tony has the springy Thursday forecast.
Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 6:48 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
The long MLK weekend is here and with it comes a taste of winter! Tony has the story.
Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 10:49 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
A spring in winter squall day is ahead. Tony headlines thunder, lightning wind and even hail in Thursday's arsenal.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 6:00 PM EST
|By Tony Cavalier
It's early January and the weather is not so harsh for winter! Tony has his latest forecast.