CBS Texas announces the departure of Scott Padgett, who has been with the station for 12 years and served as chief meteorologist for nearly a decade. Padgett will join CBS New York’s First Alert Weather team starting June 30, with his last day at CBS Texas on May 30.
“We are thrilled to see Scott transition to CBS New York. We thank him for his outstanding contributions and wish him the very best,” said Meagan Harris, news director of CBS Texas.
With nearly 30 years of forecasting experience, Padgett has guided viewers through numerous severe weather events, including hurricanes, tornadoes, flooding, ice storms, and significant climate changes.
“I am excited to join CBS New York’s First Alert Weather team and fulfill my lifelong dream of forecasting in New York,” said Padgett. “While it is bittersweet to leave CBS Texas, I am grateful for the incredible support from my colleagues and viewers over the past 12 years.”
“Scott’s expertise and engaging personality will be a great addition to the First Alert Weather team in New York. We look forward to him joining the team,” added Sarah Burke, news director of CBS New York.
Padgett is a member of the National Weather Association and the American Meteorological Society, and he received the Seal of Approval from the American Meteorological Society in 2006.
