Downpours and thunderstorms in forecast for Monday
If you're in the Boston area Monday, be prepared for heavy downpours and thunderstorms in the afternoon and early evening.
Meteorologist Alyssa Andrews joined WBZ-TV in September 2023 after working for TV stations in Indiana and Kentucky.
Growing up in the Midwest, Alyssa experienced many severe thunderstorms right at home. She has since covered everything from hurricanes to tornadoes, nor'easters, ice storms, historic droughts, and extreme heat waves.
Alyssa earned a master's degree in meteorology from Mississippi State University. There, she became a member of Gamma Theta Upsilon, an International Geographical Honors Society.
Before going back to school for meteorology, Alyssa was a sports reporter covering high school basketball, NFL, NBA, NCAA basketball, and IndyCar. She graduated from Indiana University with two bachelor's degrees in telecommunications and social media journalism.
Before joining WBZ, Alyssa worked as a meteorologist and news reporter for several TV stations in Indianapolis and Kentucky.
Storm chasing is one of her favorite activities during convective season. She has chased tornadoes, auroras, eclipses, and snowstorms.
Alyssa lives in the Greater Boston area and is excited to explore all that New England has to offer.
If you're in the Boston area Monday, be prepared for heavy downpours and thunderstorms in the afternoon and early evening.
Be prepared for dangerous heat Monday and Tuesday. It will feel like 100 degrees outside across Massachusetts so be prepared.