John Dawson
John Dawson is the Weekend Meteorologist for FOX 26 News. He is a native of the FOX 26 viewing area; after graduating from Friendswood High School, he received a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Radio/TV/Film from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville. He is also a graduate of the Broadcast Meteorology program at Mississippi State University. The Houston Press Club honored John with the 2011 Lone Star Award in Online Collaborative News Reporting for the FOXRAD Hurricane Briefing.
John produces this multimedia hurricane preparedness resource throughout hurricane season. Himself the father of two boys, JD searches the Houston area and beyond for outdoor activities that are family- and budget-friendly. Prior to joining the FOX 26 Weather Team in 2001, JD worked behind-the-scenes for FOX 26 News and as a producer for Family 45 television. He also returned to his alma mater, Friendswood High School, as the Video Technology Director from 1998 until 2002. JD has been honored by the Associated Press, nominated for an Emmy and been named "Weatherman of the Year" for his work at Cable 7 in Huntsville. JD, his wife and their sons are active in their church and enjoy being outside together whenever possible.
The latest from John Dawson
Texas Winter Storm: Freezing temperatures expected overnight, Friday morning
The Texas winter storm is bringing subfreezing temperatures, wintry precipitation, and more. Here's the latest on what's hitting the greater Houston area.
National Weather Service Team surveying damage left behind following weekend tornadoes
Tornadoes in Houston are not unheard-of in January, but it certainly is not the expected pattern.
LOOK: Tornado sighting outside Houston airport, severe winds up to 85 mph
Much of the Houston area experienced some gloomy weather Saturday with severe thunderstorms and a tornado warning.
Tropical Storm Elsa forms in Atlantic Ocean
Tropical Storm Elsa's current track takes it into the Caribbean and eventually toward Florida next week, but we’ll just have to see how it interacts with the Caribbean islands and whether that disrupts its development.
Hurricane Gear Test: ReadyWise Ultimate 3-Day Emergency Survival Backpack
The ReadyWise Ultimate 3-Day Emergency Survival Backpack is filled with 30 servings of emergency food along with a first aid kit, multipurpose flashlight, rechargeable lantern, water filtration bottle, cooking essentials, and much more.
Hurricane Gear Test: Life+Gear Pro Survivor Premium 72 Hour Pack
Life+Gear's Pro Survivor Premium 72 Hour Pack is designed for two people and everything is neatly contained in a waterproof grab-and-go backpack.
World Meteorological Organization ending use of Greek alphabet for naming hurricanes
The World Meteorological Organization is ending the use of the Greek alphabet for naming hurricanes.
Winter Storm Warning issued for southeast Texas: What you need to know
A winter storm will impact southeast Texas this weekend and last through Monday with frigid temperatures expected to filter in behind the storm.
Cold front to bring cooler temperatures to Houston for Christmas Eve
A strong cold front will bring cooler temperatures to the Houston area for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Freeze Watch in effect for majority of FOX 26 viewing area
The National Weather Service in Houston has issued a freeze watch for most of the FOX 26 viewing area.