Kaitlin Wright

Kaitlin joined WCCB Charlotte in 2020, working on the News at Ten before transitioning to her current role as morning Meteorologist for WCCB News Rising in 2025.

A Charlotte native, Kaitlin graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2015 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Meteorology. Before returning home, her broadcast career took her to Albany, New York; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; and Pensacola, Florida. From hurricanes and tornadoes to excessive heat and snow – she is knowledgeable about and familiar with a variety of weather conditions.

Kaitlin holds the prestigious AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) designation from the American Meteorological Society. The CBM is considered the gold standard in broadcast meteorology, recognizing excellence in meteorological expertise and effective communication of weather information to the public.

Kaitlin considers her greatest accomplishment to be motherhood. She and her husband, Ryan, are raising their three young boys, Reece, Holland and Rhodes who keep life busy, fun and full of adventure.

Articles

Wind Alerts

Severe threat shifts to Eastern N.C., wind advisory remains in effect locally

The severe threat has ended for the region, but a wind advisory remains in effect as 30-40 mph gusts remain possible through the evening.

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Severe Weather Preparedness Week: Statewide tornado drills scheduled for Friday

The annual statewide tornado drill will now take place on Friday, March 7th. This is for both North and South Carolina.

Strong Wind, Heavy Rain And Possible Severe Storms Wednesday

Possible severe storms and strong winds Wednesday

Wind Advisory in effect from 7 PM this evening until 1 PM Wednesday across the mountains and will go into effect Wednesday morning in the piedmont. Wind…

Severe Weather Safety & Alerts

Severe Weather Preparedness Week: Ways to receive warnings

Day 3 of Severe Weather Preparedness focuses on ways to receive severe weather alerts and where to go when severe weather strikes.

Wednesday school closures and delays due to strong winds

Due to high winds and the potential severe weather, several schools in our area are closed, delayed, or operating on a remote schedule.

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Wind Advisory in effect Wednesday

Wind gusts up to 50 mph are possible on Wednesday. This may result in a few power outages.

Warm Tuesday Ahead Of Windy And Stormy Wednesday

Warming up Tuesday ahead of a wet, windy and stormy start to Wednesday

There is an increased fire danger until 7 PM this evening and again on Tuesday. Forecast: Tonight: Mostly clear. Lows near 34 degrees. Tuesday: More clouds, breezy and…

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Crews in Gaston County battling brush fire near Cramerton

A large brush fire broke out Monday afternoon in Cramerton. According to the Town of Cramerton, "the fire has been contained."

Sunny And Warm Saturday With Increased Fire Danger

Warm, dry and windy Saturday with a high fire danger

Fire Weather Watch in effect from 11 AM - 8 PM Saturday. Tap here for more. Forecast: Tonight: Clear and a bit breezy. Lows in the mid 40s.Saturday:…

Fire Weather Watch

Fire Weather Watch issued across the majority of North and South Carolina

Low relative humidity and gusty winds will increase the risk of wildfires across the Carolinas on Saturday.

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