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Bryan Norcross
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Bryan Norcross literally "talked South Florida through" Hurricane Andrew in 1992 and, since that time, his level-headed advice, professional presence and measured delivery have earned him the trust of South Florida television viewers.
As Hurricane Specialist for WFOR, CBS4, in Miami, Bryan serves as Executive Producer for the station's hurricane specials, is intimately involved in station hurricane planning, and leads CBS4's round-the-clock coverage whenever a storm threatens. He also works closely with the CBS4 weather team to ensure the station's state-of-the-art forecasting and meteorological capabilities.
In addition, Bryan is the on-air Hurricane Consultant for CBS News in New York, appearing frequently during hurricane season on CBS News programs including the CBS Evening News with Katie Couric and 48 Hours. Bryan also appeared frequently as the primary fill-in weatherman on the CBS Early Show.
Bryan was named Expert Advisor to the Academic Task Force on Hurricane Catastrophe Insurance by Florida State Treasurer and Insurance Commissioner Bill Nelson, and a member of the Governor's Committee to evaluate state response and recommend changes to the state emergency system by Governor Lawton Chiles.
In appreciation for his work before, during and after Hurricane Andrew, Bryan received the 1993 David Brinkley Award for Excellence in Communication. He was also publicly recognized with designations of Bryan Norcross days in Miami, Miami Beach, and Ft. Lauderdale, among other cities. In addition, he's the recipient of an Emmy Award from the Suncoast Chapter of the National Association of Arts and Sciences, and the DuPont and Peabody awards, the highest awards given in broadcasting. In 2003, Bryan was inducted into the Silver Circle of the National Academy of Television Suncoast Chapter for career excellence in Television.
Recently, Bryan has served on the Board of Directors of the Wolfsonian FIU museum on Miami Beach and has been involved in numerous charitable organizations in South Florida.
Bryan has a Bachelor of Science degree in Math and Physics and a Master's degree in Communications and Meteorology from Florida State University. A resident of Miami Beach, Bryan has lived in Florida most of his life.