On his old CW33 KDAF (sister station to CW39 KIAH Houston) bio, chief meteorologist Kevin Roth said the number 13 was a lucky number. That certainly turned out to be true as Roth has joined abc13 KTRK Houston to help out as meteorologist Rachel Briers head to maternity leave.
"Everyone welcome Kevin! Kevin will be helping out the weather team while I’m on maternity leave," Briers posted on Facebook. "Of course, I’ll let you all know when we welcome our little girl into the world! Right now, I’m getting some rest before the big day!"
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In addition to Roth's DFW television work, if you live in Houston, or any other market Tribune's EyeOpener morning show was syndicated to, then you probably watched him deliver the weather there too.
It is unclear how long Roth stayed with KDAF after EyeOpener was cancelled. He might have stayed for MorningDose, but I am not sure on that either. His LinkedIn profile still says he actively works for KDAF which at this time has no news that I am aware of.
But his LinkedIn does tell us since May 2014, Roth has been chief meteorologist for website RotoGrinders.com. The site bills itself as "The leading Daily Fantasy Sports content provider." It appears that Roth not only forecasts for RotoGrinders, but he also provides forecasts on SiriusXM too.
It appears channel 13 has hired a talent known around the nation in multiple ways!
Before Texas TV news, Roth worked for KSLA Shreveport, LA (March 2011 to September 2013) and WABG Greenville, MS (February 2010 to January 2011).
"I’m often described as 'lovably-nerdy,' a title I consider to be the ultimate compliment," Roth wrote on his KDAF bio. "I have a Bachelor’s in Science from THE Florida State University and a Master’s Degree in Atmospheric Science from Mississippi State University. My strong science background is paired with a personality that is, at best, quirky (and at times downright goofy), allowing me to provide a forecast which is both informative and entertaining."
(Thanks Robin!)
