Headline: Jacqui Jeras Returns to The Weather Channel After Health Hiatus
Veteran meteorologist Jacqui Jeras has made a powerful return to The Weather Channel following a health-related break. Known for her in-depth reporting on severe weather events, Jeras stepped away from the spotlight to undergo a preventative double mastectomy due to a family history of breast cancer.
The decision proved life-saving, as doctors discovered a small tumor during the procedure—one with a 15% chance of becoming cancerous. Her transparency about the journey has inspired many, highlighting the importance of proactive health care.
Jeras officially joined The Weather Channel full-time in 2019, after several years of freelancing. Her impressive resume includes years at CNN and WJLA in Washington, D.C., and she was part of the award-winning team that covered Hurricane Katrina, which earned a prestigious Peabody Award.
Beyond forecasting, she is also a vocal advocate for public safety and weather awareness, especially regarding NOAA Weather Radio alerts. Her return has been met with overwhelming support from fans and colleagues, who admire both her resilience and unwavering passion for meteo
rology.
