As chief meteorologist, Dan Zarrow says his mission is to provide the most honest, accurate weather forecasts possible. Zarrow grew up in Jackson, where his weather obsession earned him the nickname "Weatherman Dan." He earned his atmospheric science degree from Cornell University. His career as a TV meteorologist included stops in Oklahoma, in Central New York and at News 12 New Jersey. He's also done research and programming work for the Northeast Regional Climate Center and NJ State Climate Office. He is proud to hold the American Meteorological Society's prestigious Certified Broadcast Meteorologist designation. Zarrow lives in Union County with his wife, Amy, and young sons, Jackson, Griffin, Nathan, and Tyler. Follow me on Facebook ("Meteorologist Dan Zarrow") and Twitter (@DanZarrow) for even more weather insight and information!
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The shocking danger lurking in NJ storm drains amid drought
Drought concerns and fire danger remain very high across New Jersey, sparking some surprising impacts as we wrap up the state's driest calendar month on record.
Winter hack: Flip this switch to stay comfy all winter long in NJ
It's time to prepare for colder weather, and this one switch can help keep your New Jersey home toasty all winter long.
Beware: This scam could affect your Thanksgiving dinner, NJ
This is a story of Amazon, a Thanksgiving turkey, and water.
My favorite tastes of home from ‘Jersey Week’ in Disney World
Thousands upon thousands of NJ families that migrate to Florida every November.
Smokey Bear’s holy trinity: Why NJ’s wildfire danger is extreme right now
When the three ingredients for explosive fire growth come together, the 1.1 million acres of the New Jersey Pine Barrens can be in serious jeopardy.
A November-ish chill for NJ, no weather impacts from Hurricane Milton here
New Jersey will be on the cool side for Thursday and Friday, before warmer temperatures prevail this weekend.
This is the most dangerous stretch of highway in NJ, by far
The highway with the top crash rate in New Jersey probably is not where you think.
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Mon 9/30
Check the latest weather and surf conditions and forecasts for New Jersey's beaches, boardwalks, and bays.
Get lost! 14 ‘no-no’ rules for NJ corn mazes this fall
Whether you are a first-time corn maze visitor or a veteran explorer, bad behaviors and big mistakes can unfortunately interfere with your family's fun.
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Sun 9/29
Check the latest weather and surf conditions and forecasts for New Jersey's beaches, boardwalks, and bays.
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Sat 9/28
Check the latest weather and surf conditions and forecasts for New Jersey's beaches, boardwalks, and bays.
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Fri 9/27
Check the latest weather and surf conditions and forecasts for New Jersey's beaches, boardwalks, and bays.