Justin Kiefer was a meteorologist at WATE 6 from January 2019 until October 2022, when he retired. Justin has spent 35 years in broadcast meteorology; building trust and confidence with viewers while keeping them safe through hurricanes, tornadoes and winter weather.
Hometown: Montgomery, New York
Education: Florida State University, Mississippi State University
Previous Media Experience:
WTXL-TV Tallahassee, Florida
WTOG-TV Tampa /St Petersburg, Florida
WTIC-TV Hartford /New Haven, Connecticut
WMBB-TV Panama City, Florida
Outside Interests/Hobbies:
Hiking, fishing, golf
What You Enjoy About Local News:
Being able to connect with local viewers to make a difference in their day-to-day lives.
Media Awards and Honors:
2004 Connecticut Associated Press Weathercast of the Year
2009 Florida Associated Press Weathercast of the Year
